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French Infantryman Somewhere in France
French Infantryman. 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 Corps Gibson Herbert Infantryman Northumbrian Regiments Sergeant Somewhere
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This evocative photograph captures the stoic determination of Acting Sergeant Herbert Gibson, a French infantryman serving with the 1st Northumbrian Field Ambulance of the Royal Army Medical Corps, during the tumultuous events of World War I. Born in September 1889, Gibson is depicted here in the muddy trenches of France, his expression a mix of focus and fatigue. The image, titled "French Infantryman. Somewhere in France," is a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by soldiers during this global conflict. The 1st Northumbrian Field Ambulance was a vital component of the British Expeditionary Force, providing medical support to the troops on the front lines. Gibson, wearing the distinctive blue and red stripes of the Royal Army Medical Corps, would have been responsible for the care and evacuation of wounded soldiers under his command. As a member of the French army, Gibson would have faced the harsh realities of trench warfare, enduring the horrors of the battlefield and the constant threat of enemy fire. The photograph captures a moment of respite, as Gibson gazes off into the distance, perhaps lost in thought or contemplating the next mission. This powerful image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, is a testament to the courage and resilience of the soldiers who fought in the Great War. It is a reminder of the sacrifices made by individuals like Gibson, who put their lives on the line to protect their country and defend the values of freedom and democracy.
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