Laying a charge 1916
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Laying a charge 1916
Laying a charge in a mine chamber during the Battle of Albert, during the opening days of the Somme campaign. The officer to the left of the picture is using a geophone, a device used to detect earth tremors, and thus ascertain the location of enemy tunnelling activity
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Charge Laying Mine Somme Tunnelling Albert Ww 1
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Laying a Charge: Uncovering the Hidden Battle of Albert during the Somme Campaign, 1916 This evocative photograph captures a pivotal moment during the Battle of Albert, which marked the opening days of the Somme campaign in World War I, on July 1, 1916. The image portrays soldiers meticulously preparing to lay a charge in a mine chamber, a critical tactic employed by both sides during the conflict to gain an advantage in the trenches. The officer on the left of the picture, his eyes focused intently, uses a geophone – an innovative device that detects earth tremors – to ascertain the precise location of enemy tunnelling activity. The geophone, a crucial tool in the underground warfare, allowed the Allied forces to counteract the Germans' mining efforts and maintain the tactical advantage. The photograph offers a rare glimpse into the clandestine world of trench warfare, where the battlefield extended far below the surface. The soldiers' determined expressions and the intricate arrangement of explosives underscore the strategic importance of this operation and the relentless nature of the conflict. The Battle of Albert was a significant turning point in the Somme campaign, with both sides suffering heavy casualties. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the hidden battles that unfolded beneath the surface, shaping the course of the Great War.
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