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Inside an RFC hut, Clairmarais, Northern France, WW1

Inside an RFC hut, Clairmarais, Northern France, WW1


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Inside an RFC hut, Clairmarais, Northern France, WW1

Inside an RFC hut at Clairmarais, Pas de Calais, Northern France, during the First World War. Date: 1918

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This evocative photograph captures the interior of a Royal Flying Corps (RFC) hut at Clairmarais, in the northern French region of Pas-de-Calais, during the final year of the First World War. The image, dated 1918, provides a glimpse into the living conditions endured by the pilots and ground crew of the RFC squadrons based in this area. The corrugated iron and metal hut is dimly lit, with a few small windows allowing in meager sunlight. A long table runs down the center of the room, cluttered with maps, papers, and other military paraphernalia. Soldiers can be seen seated around the table, engrossed in their work. In the background, rows of bunk beds are neatly arranged, each with a thin mattress and a blanket. The harsh reality of wartime living is evident in the simple, functional furnishings and the worn, weary expressions on the faces of the men. The RFC huts at Clairmarais were a crucial part of the Allied war effort, serving as bases for reconnaissance flights and communication between ground troops and aircraft. The pilots and ground crew worked long hours in often dangerous conditions, and this photograph offers a poignant reminder of their sacrifices and dedication during the First World War.

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