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Portuguese prisoners handing over gas masks, WW1
Portuguese soldiers taken prisoner in the Battle of Armentieres (Battle of the Lys) handing over their gas masks at a collecting point, Flanders, First World War. Date: April 1918
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Armentieres Collecting Flanders Giving Handing Mask Masks Point Portugal Portuguese Prisoner Prisoners Ww 1
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In this poignant image from the First World War, Portuguese prisoners of war are seen handing over their gas masks at a collecting point in Flanders, Belgium. The date is April 1918, during the Battle of Armentieres, also known as the Battle of the Lys. The Portuguese soldiers, weary and defeated, are shown in a line, each one carefully placing his gas mask on a table or in the hands of a soldier or officer. The scene is one of surrender and submission, as the men relinquish their protective gear, symbolizing their loss of freedom and control. The Battle of Armentieres was a significant engagement in the Western Front of the First World War, fought between the German and Allied forces. The Portuguese Army, part of the Allied forces, suffered heavy losses during the battle, with many soldiers taken prisoner by the Germans. The use of gas masks was a common tactic during the First World War, as both sides employed toxic gases to gain an advantage on the battlefield. The masks were essential for protecting soldiers from the deadly effects of mustard gas and other chemical agents. The image serves as a reminder of the harsh realities of war and the sacrifices made by soldiers on both sides. It also highlights the importance of collecting and disposing of gas masks properly to prevent further harm to troops and civilians. The Portuguese prisoners in this photograph, having been defeated in battle, are now forced to relinquish their last line of defense against the deadly gases of the Western Front. The scene is a poignant reminder of the human cost of war and the importance of protecting those who serve.
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