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A boat carrying Lancashire Fusiliers, bound for the main landings at Helles
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A boat carrying Lancashire Fusiliers, bound for the main landings at Helles
A boat carrying Lancashire Fusiliers, bound for the main landings at Helles, Gallipoli on 25 April 1915, six Victoria Crosses were awarded to 1st Battalion Lancashire Fusiliers. The landing involved a brigade from the 42nd (East Lancashire) Division that included four territorial battalions from the regiment. 24th April 1915
Ernest Brooks
Daily Mirror Archive
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Gallipoli
Turkey
Media ID 21638660
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Battles And Campaigns Boat Dardanelles Gallipoli Landings Large Group Of People Crowd Pith Helmets World War One 1910s War And Conflict
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This print captures a significant moment in history during World War One. The image showcases a boat carrying brave Lancashire Fusiliers, bound for the main landings at Helles, Gallipoli on 25 April 1915. This fateful landing resulted in six Victoria Crosses being awarded to the heroic soldiers of the 1st Battalion Lancashire Fusiliers. The scene depicts a large group of determined soldiers wearing military uniforms and pith helmets, ready to face the challenges that lay ahead. They stand united, representing a brigade from the renowned 42nd (East Lancashire) Division, which included four territorial battalions from this esteemed regiment. As they embark on their perilous journey across the Dardanelles, one cannot help but feel an overwhelming sense of admiration for these courageous men who willingly put their lives on the line for their country. Their unwavering bravery and selflessness epitomize the spirit of those who fought during this tumultuous period. Through Ernest Brooks' lens, we are transported back to this pivotal moment in time – witnessing firsthand both the anticipation and determination etched onto each soldier's face. This powerful photograph serves as a poignant reminder of not only the sacrifices made by these gallant individuals but also of all those who served in war and conflict throughout history. This remarkable print is more than just an image; it encapsulates an extraordinary chapter in our collective memory – forever honoring those who fought bravely during World War One
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