Home > Historic > World War I and II > Soldiers
Belgian soldiers defending a road, WW1
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Mary Evans Picture Library
Belgian soldiers defending a road, WW1
Belgian soldiers defending a road during the First World War. Date: 1914-1918
Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries
Media ID 7198199
© Mary Evans Picture Library 2015 - https://copyrighthub.org/s0/hub1/creation/maryevans/MaryEvansPictureID/10547181
Belgian Defence Defending Guns Lying War Time Ww 1
EDITORS COMMENTS
Amidst the chaos and destruction of the First World War, Belgian soldiers valiantly defended their homeland, including the crucial defense of roads and strategic points. In this evocative photograph, a group of Belgian soldiers take position along a narrow, muddy road, their determined faces etched with the grit and resolve of men under siege. The soldiers, dressed in their distinctive blue-grey greatcoats and peaked caps, lie prone in the dirt, their rifles at the ready. The road behind them is littered with debris and potholes, a testament to the constant shelling and bombardment that marked the Great War. The scene is one of intense focus and unwavering commitment, as these brave soldiers held the line against the relentless advance of the enemy. The photograph captures a moment in time during the dark days of 1914-1918, a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by the Belgian army during the First World War.
MADE IN THE USA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
FREE COLORIZATION SERVICE
You can choose advanced AI Colorization for this picture at no extra charge!
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.