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Howitzer shells near Ypres, Belgium, WW1
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Howitzer shells near Ypres, Belgium, WW1
A line of 15 inch Howitzer shells on the muddy ground near Ypres, Belgium, during the First World War. Written on them are painted the initials RMA [Royal Marine Artillery] and the words Guarantee For Peace. Date: November 1916
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Amidst the muddy battlefields of Flanders, Belgium, during the harsh winter of November 1916, a line of 15-inch Howitzer shells rests on the ground near the historic town of Ypres. The Great War, also known as World War 1, had been raging for over two years, and the Western Front had become a quagmire of mud and destruction. The initials RMA, standing for the Royal Marine Artillery, are clearly visible on the shells, marking their origin. The words "Guarantee For Peace" are also painted on them, a poignant reminder of the hope for an end to the devastating conflict. The shells, which had been fired from the powerful Howitzers, were likely used in the Battle of the Somme or the Battle of Passchendaele, two of the most brutal engagements of the war. The muddy ground bears testament to the relentless rain and the endless march of soldiers and artillery that had transformed this once peaceful landscape into a war zone. The image serves as a stark reminder of the cost of war and the longing for peace that resonated deeply with the people of that era.
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