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Team of oxen retrieve a cannon stuck in the mud (b / w photo)
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Team of oxen retrieve a cannon stuck in the mud (b / w photo)
STC406170 Team of oxen retrieve a cannon stuck in the mud (b/w photo) by German Photographer (20th Century); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; German, out of copyright
Media ID 22677096
© The Stapleton Collection / Bridgeman Images
Advance Arduous Artillery Difficult Hardship Hauling Heavy March Muddy Obstacle Obstacles Pulling Swamp 1914 1918 1914 1918 Wwi Ww One First World War 1914 1918 Great War Mire
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This photograph captures a moment of sheer determination and resilience amidst the harsh realities of war. In this rural landscape, a team of oxen valiantly work together to retrieve a cannon that has become hopelessly stuck in the unforgiving mud. The German photographer skillfully portrays the arduousness of this task, emphasizing the difficult terrain and challenging conditions faced by soldiers during World War I. The image showcases the immense strength required to overcome obstacles on the battlefield. Fascine bundles, used as makeshift bridges or pathways, lie nearby as evidence of previous attempts to navigate through this swampy obstacle. The heavy artillery becomes symbolic not only for its importance in warfare but also for representing the weighty burdens carried by those who fought in this great war. Amidst hardship and adversity, these soldiers demonstrate their unwavering commitment to advance despite any hindrances they encounter. Horses stand nearby, perhaps awaiting their turn to assist in hauling equipment forward on this grueling march. This powerful photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the challenges faced by those who served during World War I. It encapsulates both the physical struggles endured by soldiers and their relentless determination to overcome any impediments encountered along their path towards victory.
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