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DCLI recruiting march, Carclew House, Mylor, Cornwall. Friday 2nd July 1915
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DCLI recruiting march, Carclew House, Mylor, Cornwall. Friday 2nd July 1915
Soldiers of the Duke of Cornwalls Light Infantry on the lawn in front of Carclew House, at ease during a recruitment march. Instruments of their military band are in the background. In the First World War, the regiment raised 16 battalions. It was awarded 57 battle honours, and one Victoria medal. 4501 men were lost during the course of the war. Originally owned by the Bonython family, the house and estate were purchased by William Lemon (1696-1760) in 1749 who employed the architect Thomas Edwards to enlarge and modernise the house in the style of Palladios Villa Ragona. The house was further extended by Sir William Lemon (1748-1824) in the early 19th century by architect William Wood. It was destroyed by fire in 1934 but one wing was restored in the late 1930s to house refugees. There are a few ruins preserved. Photographer: Arthur William Jordan
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This print captures a significant moment in history - the DCLI recruiting march at Carclew House in Mylor, Cornwall on Friday 2nd July 1915. The soldiers of the Duke of Cornwall's Light Infantry are seen gathered on the lush lawn, appearing relaxed during this recruitment event. In the background, their military band's instruments stand ready to accompany them. During World War I, this regiment played a crucial role and raised an impressive 16 battalions. Their bravery and dedication were recognized with 57 battle honours and one Victoria medal. However, it came at a great cost as 4501 men from the DCLI were lost throughout the course of the war. Carclew House itself has a rich history dating back to its original owners, the Bonython family. It was later purchased by William Lemon in 1749 who enlisted architect Thomas Edwards to expand and modernize it in Palladio's Villa Ragona style. Sir William Lemon further extended the house in the early 19th century with architect William Wood. Sadly, tragedy struck when fire destroyed Carclew House in 1934; however, one wing was restored later that decade to provide shelter for refugees fleeing conflict elsewhere. Preserved ruins serve as reminders of its former grandeur. This poignant photograph by Arthur William Jordan serves as both a testament to wartime sacrifice and a glimpse into Cornish architectural heritage intertwined with military history.
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