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STC359711 The first V.C. won by a Territorial: Second Lieutenant G.H. Woolleys heroic defence of Hill 60 with a handful of men, 1914-19 (litho) by Woodville, Richard Caton (1825-55); Private Collection; (add.info.: Victoria Cross; Geoffrey Harold Woolley (1892-1968); ); The Stapleton Collection; American, out of copyright
Media ID 22375950
© The Stapleton Collection / Bridgeman Images
Ammunition Bayonets Bomb Bravery Explosion Grenade Rifles Shovel Trench Warfare Trenches Triumph 1914 1918 Wwi Ww One First World War 1914 1918 Great War
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The First V. C. Won by a Territorial - Second Lieutenant G. H. Woolley's Heroic Defence of Hill 60
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. In this photo print, we are transported back to the tumultuous years of World War I, where bravery and heroism were tested on the battlefields. The image captures the defining moment when Second Lieutenant G. H. Woolley, a Territorial soldier, valiantly defended Hill 60 with only a handful of men. The scene is filled with tension and danger as grenades explode around them and bayonets glisten in the dim light of the trenches. Amidst the chaos, Woolley stands tall, leading his comrades with unwavering determination. His face reflects both exhaustion and resolve as he faces an enemy onslaught. Woodville's litho engraving masterfully depicts not only the physicality of warfare but also the triumph of human spirit amidst adversity. Each soldier is shown armed with rifles and shovels - symbols of their resilience and resourcefulness in defending their position. This artwork serves as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made during this great war that ravaged nations across continents. It immortalizes Woolley's extraordinary courage that earned him Britain's highest military honor - The Victoria Cross. As we gaze upon this historic print from Fine Art Finder, we are reminded to honor those who fought selflessly for our freedom while acknowledging that even in times of darkness, acts of bravery can illuminate hope for generations to come.
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