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Red Cross ambulance motor boat, WW1
The Silver Thimble VI, a Red Cross ambulance motor boat, built on the Clyde for service in Mesopotamia (Iraq) during the First World War. Date: circa 1915
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Ambulance Ambulances Clyde Thimble
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This evocative photograph captures the Red Cross ambulance motor boat, Silver Thimble VI, in action during the First World War. Built on the River Clyde in Scotland for service in Mesopotamia, now modern-day Iraq, the Silver Thimble VI was one of several motor boats commissioned by the Red Cross to provide much-needed medical aid to soldiers and civilians caught up in the conflict. Dating back to around 1915, this image offers a poignant reminder of the vital role played by the Red Cross during wartime. The Silver Thimble VI, with its distinctive Red Cross emblem emblazoned on the side, was manned by a brave crew who risked their lives to transport the injured and sick from the battlefields to safety and medical care. The River Clyde, a historic waterway in Scotland, was a hub of shipbuilding and maritime activity during this period. The construction of the Silver Thimble VI and other Red Cross motor boats represented a significant contribution to the war effort, as they provided essential medical support in areas that were difficult to access by land. As the First World War raged on, the importance of medical aid and the role of organizations like the Red Cross became increasingly apparent. The Silver Thimble VI and its crew played a crucial part in saving lives and offering comfort to those in need, making this photograph a powerful symbol of the human spirit in the face of adversity.
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