WW1 - Brother, Sister and partners before outbreak of war
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WW1 - Brother, Sister and partners before outbreak of war
A poignant and touching photograph taken on the eve of the First World War as two couples (a brother and sister (far left and second from right) and their partners share a joke in a bucolic rural setting. The effect of the war was stark - the young gentleman soldier on the left, Oliver, returned from the war minus his arm. Date: circa 1914
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Bucolic Daily Happiness Innocence Innocent Jokes Laughter Pair Pairs Partners Poignant Pre War Puttee Relaxed Relaxing Romance Setting Sharing Smiles Stack Stick Touching
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This evocative photograph captures a moment of pure joy and innocence on the eve of the First World War. The scene is set in a bucolic rural environment, where two couples, a brother and sister (far left and second from right), and their partners share a hearty laugh, their smiles radiating warmth and happiness. The brother, Oliver, wears the uniform of a young gentleman soldier, his puttee and stick a stark reminder of the impending conflict that would soon disrupt their peaceful lives. The image, dated circa 1914, is a poignant and touching reminder of the social scenes and daily life that were soon to be shattered by the ravages of war. The stack of wood in the background adds to the idyllic setting, as the couples bask in the simple pleasures of rural living. The image is a testament to the power of love and the bonds of family, as the brother and sister share a moment of camaraderie with their partners. As the world geared up for the Great War, this photograph offers a glimpse into a time of innocence and happiness that was soon to be lost. The image is a poignant reminder of the human cost of war and the importance of cherishing the moments of joy and love that we have in our lives.
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