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River trip for wounded soldiers, WW1
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River trip for wounded soldiers, WW1
An up river trip on the River Thames from Kingston to Walton and back for wounded soldiers convalescing at the Victoria Hospital Chelsea arranged by the print-machine managers at the Illustrated London News and Sketch Ltd. The machine-managers arranged for a private motor bus to convey the soldiers from hospital to Kingston bridge where they boarded the Sunbury Belle. They had lunch on board and on the way back, a Union Jack flags was flown from Kingston bridge and the whole company stood to sing the National Anthem. Date: 1915
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A Moment of Respite: A River Trip on the Thames for Wounded Soldiers, 1915 Amidst the tumultuous backdrop of the First World War, a poignant moment of respite unfolded on the serene waters of the River Thames. In this evocative photograph, we witness a group of convalescent soldiers, their faces etched with the signs of their harrowing experiences, embarking on a much-needed excursion. Organized by the compassionate machine-managers at the Illustrated London News and Sketch Ltd., this upriver trip from Kingston to Walton and back was a heartfelt gesture of appreciation and solidarity for the brave men recovering at the Victoria Hospital in Chelsea. The journey began as a private motor bus conveyed the soldiers from the hospital to Kingston bridge, where they eagerly boarded the Sunbury Belle. The day was filled with laughter and camaraderie as the soldiers enjoyed a delightful lunch on board, their spirits momentarily lifted from the burdens of war. As they made their way back, a Union Jack flag was proudly hoisted from Kingston bridge, and the entire company stood to pay tribute to their homeland with a stirring rendition of the National Anthem. This poignant moment served as a poignant reminder of the resilience and unity of the human spirit, even in the darkest of times. This photograph, taken in 1915, offers a rare glimpse into the lives of these brave men and the compassionate efforts made to bring them moments of joy and hope during their recovery from the wounds of war.
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