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Retreating Belgian and Royal Marines errecting a barbed wire entanglement across the road
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Retreating Belgian and Royal Marines errecting a barbed wire entanglement across the road
Retreating Belgian and Royal Marines errecting a barbed wire entanglement across the road to Vieux Dieu. Circa October 1914. Published Daily Mirror Page 6 12th October 1914
Tom Grant
WATFORD
Mirrorpix
Lierre
Antwerp
Belgium
Media ID 21352578
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In this poignant photograph captured by Tom Grant, we are transported back to the tumultuous era of World War One. The image showcases a group of retreating Belgian and Royal Marines, their determined faces etched with weariness and resolve. Erecting a formidable barbed wire entanglement across the road leading to Vieux Dieu, these brave soldiers demonstrate their unwavering commitment to protecting their homeland. The scene is filled with elements that symbolize the harsh realities of war. Barbed wire, an emblematic feature of trench warfare during WW1, dominates the foreground as it stretches across the road like a menacing obstacle. The soldiers work diligently amidst chaos and destruction, using sledgehammers to secure each post firmly into the ground. Amidst this somber tableau stands a loyal companion - a dog faithfully accompanying its human comrades in arms. Its presence serves as a reminder of the bond between man and animal even in times of great adversity. Uniformed in battle-worn attire, these men epitomize courage under fire as they face an uncertain future on Europe's blood-soaked battlegrounds. Published on page 6 of Daily Mirror on October 12th, 1914, this photograph captures not only a historical moment but also pays homage to those who sacrificed everything for freedom. Tom Grant's evocative snapshot encapsulates both the horrors and heroism witnessed during one of humanity's darkest chapters – World War One. It serves as an enduring testament to those who fought
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