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Take Me Back To Dear Old Blighty (1), c1916
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Take Me Back To Dear Old Blighty (1), c1916
Take Me Back To Dear Old Blighty (1), c1916. Take Me Back to Dear Old Blighty is a music hall song written by Arthur J. Mills, Fred Godfrey (1880-1953) and Bennett Scott (1875-1930) in 1916. It was popular during the First World War and tells a story of three fictional soldiers on the Western Front suffering from homesickness and their longing to return to Blighty. [Bamforth & Co. Ltd, Holmfirth, England and New York, c1916]
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Bennett Fred Godfrey Gramophone Listening Lyrics Mills Scott Song Tinted Trench Trench Warfare Trenches Western Front 1st World War Bamforths Homesickness
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Take Me Back To Dear Old Blighty (1), c1916 - A Glimpse into the Homesickness of Soldiers on the Western Front
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. This photo print, titled "Take Me Back To Dear Old Blighty (1), c1916" offers a poignant glimpse into the lives of soldiers during the First World War. The image captures three fictional soldiers stationed on the Western Front, their faces reflecting a mixture of longing and nostalgia for their homeland, Blighty. In this scene, set against the backdrop of war-torn France, we witness these brave men seeking solace in music. One soldier attentively listens to a gramophone playing "Take Me Back to Dear Old Blighty" a popular music hall song that resonated deeply with troops yearning for home. The lyrics echo their sentiments and desire to escape from the harsh realities of trench warfare. The tinted colors add depth and emotion to this powerful composition. It transports us back in time, allowing us to empathize with these courageous individuals who endured unimaginable hardships far away from loved ones. Produced by Bamforth & Co. , Ltd. , this postcard-sized print serves as both a historical artifact and an artistic expression capturing an era defined by sacrifice and resilience. It reminds us of the universal human longing for familiarity and connection amidst times of turmoil. As we gaze upon this evocative image, let us remember those who fought valiantly during World War I while cherishing our own sense of belonging and gratitude for home.
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