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German troops being transported in short luggage vans from which boards had been broken
German troops being transported in short luggage vans from which boards had been broken away in order to allow of ventilation and an outlook. The lads, who looked very young, steamed out of the waggons and down tthe platform to the temporary miliary kitchen, returning presently with their rations, an allowance of stew served in little saucepans, travellers showed chocolates and tabacco upon them. Date: August 1914
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Beginning Rations Stew Transported Waggons Osnabruck
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August 1914: German Troops Begin Their Journey into the Unknown at Osnabrück Station Amid the chaotic beginning of the First World War, this poignant image captures a moment of respite for young German soldiers as they disembark from their cramped and makeshift transportation at Osnabrück Station. The soldiers, many of whom appear to be barely out of their teens, emerge from the short luggage vans, their faces etched with a mixture of exhaustion and anticipation. The vans, which had once been used for transporting goods, had their boards broken away to allow for ventilation and a glimpse of the outside world. As the soldiers make their way down the platform, they are greeted by the temporary military kitchen, where they receive their rations. Steaming pots of stew are served in little saucepans, providing a brief moment of sustenance before they continue on their journey into the unknown. The soldiers show off their meager possessions, including chocolates and tobacco, as they exchange stories and words of encouragement with their comrades. The scene at Osnabrück Station is a stark reminder of the harsh realities of war and the sacrifices being made by these young men. The date, August 1914, marks the beginning of a long and arduous journey for the German troops, as they prepare to face the challenges of the battlefield and the uncertainty of what lies ahead.
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