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Italian Fusilier with rifle poses before a painted mountain
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Italian Fusilier with rifle poses before a painted mountain
The caption is Lightening attack! On the back is a message from a soldier in Rome, to his mother, complaining about a lack of letters. WW1 Date: 1916
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© Holts Battlefield Collection / Mary Evans
Attack Caption Complaining Fusilier Lack Letters Lightening Message Poses Rifle
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Lightening attack! This striking print captures an Italian Fusilier with rifle posing before a painted mountain during the tumultuous days of World War I in 1916. The intensity and determination in his eyes speak volumes about the harsh realities of wartime.
On the back of this historic image, a message from a soldier in Rome to his mother reveals a poignant plea for more letters. In the midst of battle and uncertainty, communication from loved ones was a lifeline for soldiers on the front lines.
As we reflect on this snapshot from Holt's Battlefields Collection, we are reminded of the sacrifices made by countless individuals during WWI. Each soldier had their own story, their own struggles, and their own hopes for peace.
Let us honor those who served bravely during this turbulent time in history, and remember that behind every uniform was a person yearning for connection and reassurance.
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