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WW1 - Duty and Honour bid us part - Joining up in 1914
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WW1 - Duty and Honour bid us part - Joining up in 1914
WW1 - Duty and Honour bid us part - Joining up in 1914 - a British country gent leaves his Mother and joins up with many of his mates from the village. Date: 1914
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Welcome to a poignant moment in history as we witness a British country gentleman bidding farewell to his mother and home, to answer the call of duty and honour in 1914. With a heavy heart and a determined look in his eyes, he joins up with many of his mates from the village, marking the beginning of their journey into the unfamiliar terrain of the First World War. The rural idyll of England's countryside is juxtaposed with the stark reality of war, as the gentleman dons his military uniform and holds his mother's hand one last time. The old woman, dressed in her Sunday best, clings tightly to him, her face etched with worry and sadness. The blue bonnet she wears adds a touch of melancholy to the scene, symbolizing the bittersweet nature of the moment. This postcard, dated 1914, captures the patriotic spirit of the time, as young men from all walks of life answered the call to arms. The image is a powerful reminder of the sacrifices made during the First World War, and the deep sense of duty and honour that drove ordinary people to join the military. The gentleman's departure is not only a personal loss for his mother, but a loss for the village community as well. The image evokes a sense of nostalgia and longing, as we reflect on the past and the role that duty, honour, and patriotism played in shaping the course of history.
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