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A Trooper of the Royal Canadian Dragoons
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A Trooper of the Royal Canadian Dragoons
A Trooper of the Royal Canadian Dragoons. Somewhere in France. 386202 Acting Sergeant Herbert Gibson, Mm, 1St Northumbrian Field Ambulance, Royal Army Medical Corps. Born September 1889
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1889 386202 Acting Ambulance Born Corps Dragoons Gibson Herbert Northumbrian Regiments Sergeant Somewhere Topographical Trooper
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This evocative photograph captures the moment of respite and camaraderie between a weary Trooper of the Royal Canadian Dragoons and a medical orderly from the 1st Northumbrian Field Ambulance of the Royal Army Medical Corps, during the tumultuous period of the First World War. The scene unfolds in the muddy terrain of France, with the Trooper identified as Acting Sergeant Herbert Gibson, born in September 1889. The Royal Canadian Dragoons, a cavalry regiment, played a significant role in the war, participating in several major battles including the Second Battle of Ypres and the Battle of the Somme. Amidst the chaos and destruction of the battlefield, this image offers a poignant glimpse into the human side of the conflict. The medical orderly, whose identity remains unknown, hails from the 1st Northumbrian Field Ambulance, a unit responsible for providing emergency medical care to the wounded soldiers on the battlefield. The exchange between the two men, likely a brief conversation or shared joke, underscores the importance of morale and support in the face of adversity. This photograph, taken during the early years of the 20th century, is a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by soldiers and medical personnel during the Great War. The intricate details of the soldiers' uniforms, equipment, and the surrounding environment add depth and authenticity to the image, making it an invaluable addition to any military history or topographical collection.
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