Photographic Print : New Zealand troops at Battle of Flers, France, WW1
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New Zealand troops at Battle of Flers, France, WW1
New Zealand troops of the 2nd Canterbury Battalion resting in a shell hole near Flers during the Battle of Flers-Courcelette on the Western Front in northern France during the First World War. Date: 15 September 1916
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Battalion Battle Field Break Canterbury Courcelette Eating Flers Hole Rest Resting Shell Zealand Zealander
14"x11" Photo Print
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Estimated Product Size is 35.5cm x 27.9cm (14" x 11")
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EDITORS COMMENTS
Amidst the chaos and destruction of the Battle of Flers-Courcelette on the Western Front in northern France during the First World War, New Zealand troops of the 2nd Canterbury Battalion found a moment of respite. In this poignant photograph, taken on September 15, 1916, weary soldiers are seen resting in a shell hole, their expressions a mix of exhaustion and relief. The battlefield, dotted with the remnants of shattered trees and the eerie silence broken only by the occasional gunfire, forms an eerie backdrop to the scene. The soldiers, hailing from the land of the long white cloud, are seen taking a break from the relentless fighting, some with their heads resting on their packs, others engaged in a game or sharing a meal. The simple act of eating, a basic human need, takes on a new significance in this context, a testament to the enduring human spirit. The Battle of Flers-Courcelette was a significant engagement in the larger Battle of the Somme, which saw the first large-scale use of the tank by British forces. The New Zealand troops, part of the New Zealand Expeditionary Force, played a crucial role in the battle, which marked a turning point in the war. This photograph captures a poignant moment in history, a brief pause in the midst of the Great War, and serves as a reminder of the sacrifices made by the brave men and women who fought for freedom and peace.
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