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Soldiers released by the War Office for land 1917
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Soldiers released by the War Office for land 1917
Helping to feed the nation: Convalescents ploughing hospital ground; a farm party. Upper photograph, shows convalescent soldiers at a hospital in one of the home countries, lending a hand to the authorities in ploughing up a part of the hospital grounds, which is to be planted for food. Lower photograph shows soldiers from several regiments, released by the War Office from military duty as being used to agricultural labour. Date: 1917
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Agricultural Duties Duty Employed Feed Grounds Homefront Labour Nation Office Planted Ploughing Released
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This evocative image, released by the War Office in 1917, captures the spirit of resilience and determination during wartime as soldiers lend a hand to help feed the nation. In the upper photograph, convalescent soldiers are seen working together on hospital grounds, ploughing up a portion of land that will be planted for food production. These brave men, recovering from injuries sustained on the front lines, are giving back to their communities and ensuring the continued supply of essential provisions. The lower photograph shows soldiers from various regiments, who have been released from military duty by the War Office, being employed in agricultural labour. The soldiers, dressed in their uniforms, work alongside horses and farm equipment, tilling the soil and sowing seeds. This mass mobilization of military manpower for agricultural work was a crucial aspect of the war effort on the home front. The First World War, which began in 1814, necessitated innovative solutions to maintain the wellbeing of the population, especially in the face of food shortages. The soldiers' contributions to farming and food production were vital in ensuring the survival and morale of the nation during this challenging time. This powerful image serves as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by soldiers during the Great War, both on the battlefield and on the home front.
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