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Gunners with heavy gun and shells, Salonika Front, WW1
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Gunners with heavy gun and shells, Salonika Front, WW1
Gunners sorting shells for a heavy gun on the Salonika Front during the First World War. Date: circa 1916-1917
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Artillery Gunner Gunners Guns Heavy Salonica Salonika Shells Sorting Track Wheel War Time Weapons Ww 1
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This evocative photograph captures the grim reality of life on the Salonika Front during World War I. In the image, a group of determined gunners are seen sorting through an extensive array of heavy artillery shells, their faces etched with concentration and focus. The setting is a muddy, rutted field, with a wheeled gun carriage and a large, ominous gun looming in the background. The year is estimated to be between 1916 and 1917. The First World War's Salonika Front, also known as the Macedonian Front, was a complex and largely forgotten theater of war. It was a long-lasting campaign, with fighting continuing from 1915 until the end of the war in 1918. The conditions were harsh, with soldiers enduring extreme weather, disease, and a challenging terrain. The gunners in this photograph are a testament to the relentless and arduous work required to keep the heavy artillery in operation. Their task was crucial, as the accurate and timely deployment of artillery was a key factor in the success of military operations. The gunners' dedication and skill were essential to the morale and survival of the troops on the Salonika Front. The scene depicted in this photograph is a poignant reminder of the sacrifices and hardships endured by the soldiers during the Great War. The men in the image, with their heavy gun and seemingly endless supply of shells, embody the resilience and determination of the troops who fought on the Salonika Front.
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