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Big gun and horses near Ypres, Western Front, WW1
A big gun with gunners and horses on a muddy road north of Ypres, Belgium, on the Western Front during the First World War. Date: 1914-1918
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This evocative photograph captures the harsh realities of war during the First World War, as a large artillery gun is pulled by teams of horses along a muddy road north of Ypres, Belgium. The year is between 1914 and 1918, during the height of the Western Front campaign. The gunners, dressed in heavy greatcoats and helmets, carefully navigate the treacherous terrain, their faces etched with determination and focus. The gun, a symbol of power and destruction, is a stark reminder of the devastating impact of the conflict. The tin helmets and mud-splattered uniforms of the soldiers underscore the grim conditions they faced in the field. The horses, too, are covered in mud, their coats glistening in the damp conditions. The scene is one of raw, unadulterated power and endurance, as man and beast work together to move the heavy weapon through the mire. This image, taken in the historic town of Ypres, is a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made during the Great War and the indelible mark it left on the world.
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