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Battle of the Scarpe
Capture of Greenland Hill by the 51st Division Daylight Patrol of the 6th Seaforths working forward towards Hausa and Delbar Woods, North-East of Roux on the Western Front in Belgium during World War I on 29th August 1918. They are firing into the dugout in a deserted German trench to dislodge any enemy soldiers
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51st Capture Day Light Division Dugout Greenland Patrol Roux Trench Hausa Seaforths Ww 1
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This evocative photograph captures the intensity and danger of the Battle of the Scarpe during World War I. The scene unfolds on the Western Front in Belgium, specifically at Greenland Hill, on August 29, 1918. The 51st Division's Daylight Patrol of the 6th Seaforths is shown advancing towards Hausa and Delbar Woods, north-east of Roux. The brave soldiers of the 6th Seaforths are seen here working in unison, their determined expressions etched on their faces as they prepare to dislodge any remaining enemy soldiers from a deserted German trench. Armed with rifles and fixed bayonets, they fire into the dugout, the smoke and dust from their weapons billowing out, obscuring the view of the interior. The Great War was a turning point in the history of the world, and this photograph offers a glimpse into the raw, unfiltered reality of the conflict. The soldiers in this image, a part of the larger 51st Division, were instrumental in the capture of Greenland Hill, a significant victory for the Allied forces. The battlefield, once teeming with the sounds of gunfire and chaos, now lies eerily quiet, save for the occasional crackle of gunfire and the crunch of boots on the muddy ground. This powerful image serves as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by the brave men and women who fought in the trenches of World War I. It is a testament to their courage, resilience, and unwavering commitment to their cause, even in the face of overwhelming adversity.
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