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Suvla Bay, Gallipoli at Chocolate Hill, c. 1915 (b / w photo)
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Suvla Bay, Gallipoli at Chocolate Hill, c. 1915 (b / w photo)
NAM281538 Suvla Bay, Gallipoli at Chocolate Hill, c.1915 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: from an album of photographs compiled by Tpr O Ward, 1st Country of London Yeomanry; ); eNational Army Museum; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22941836
© National Army Museum / Bridgeman Images
British Troops Trench Warfare Turkish Troops 1914 1918 Wwi Ww One First World War 1914 1918 Great War
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This photograph captures the haunting beauty of Suvla Bay, Gallipoli at Chocolate Hill during the year 1915. Taken by an English photographer from the 20th century, this print is now housed in the National Army Museum in London. The image is part of an album compiled by Tpr O Ward, a soldier from the 1st Country of London Yeomanry. In this snapshot, we witness a landscape scarred by war as British troops engage in trench warfare during the August Offensive. The Great War, also known as World War One, was raging on and this battlefield served witness to countless acts of bravery and sacrifice. The composition exudes both tranquility and tension simultaneously. The calmness of Suvla Bay contrasts starkly with the presence of soldiers scattered across its shores. Their figures stand as testament to their unwavering determination amidst unimaginable hardship. Notably present are Turkish troops who fiercely defended their homeland against foreign invaders. This photo encapsulates a pivotal moment in history when nations clashed for supremacy on these very grounds. As we gaze upon this powerful image, we are reminded that behind every war lies human stories - tales of courage, loss, and resilience that echo through generations. It serves as a poignant reminder of our collective duty to remember those who fought valiantly so that future generations may live in peace.
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