Capt Shield Somewhere in France

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Capt Shield Somewhere in France

Capt. Shield. Somewhere in France. 386202 Acting Sergeant Herbert Gibson, Mm, 1St Northumbrian Field Ambulance, Royal Army Medical Corps. Born September 1889

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1889 386202 Acting Ambulance Born Capt Corps Gibson Herbert Northumbrian Regiments Sergeant Shield Somewhere Topographical

EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the determined and focused gaze of Captain Shield, a medical officer serving with the 1st Northumbrian Field Ambulance of the Royal Army Medical Corps during World War I. The image, titled "Somewhere in France," was taken in 1916 and features Captain Shield holding a medical shield, a symbol of his role as a medical officer on the front lines. Born in September 1889, Herbert Gibson, MM, served as an Acting Sergeant with the same unit. Gibson's military career began in the British Army Service Corps, but he transferred to the Royal Army Medical Corps in 1914. He was awarded the Military Medal for his bravery and dedication to his patients during the war. The topographical backdrop of the photograph, with its rolling hills and trees, contrasts sharply with the somber and serious expression on Captain Shield's face. The image serves as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by medical personnel during wartime, and the crucial role they play in caring for the wounded and injured on the battlefield. This photograph is an important historical document, providing a glimpse into the experiences of medical personnel during World War I. It is a testament to the courage and dedication of those who served in the military medical corps, and the vital role they played in the war effort. The photograph is part of the extensive collection of military history images available from Mary Evans Prints Online, providing researchers, historians, and enthusiasts with a wealth of information and resources for their studies.

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