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Battle of Pozieres, northern France, WW1
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Battle of Pozieres, northern France, WW1
Scene at the Battle of Pozieres, northern France, during the First World War. Gunners firing an 18 pounder for curtain fire or barrage, in Carnoy Valley, near Montauban. Date: 30 July 1916
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Scene at the Battle of Pozieres, Northern France, during the First World War: A Moment of Intense Action (30 July 1916) Amid the chaos and destruction of the Battle of Pozieres in northern France, the relentless rhythm of war continued. In this evocative image, gunners are seen fiercely focused as they prepare to fire an 18-pounder gun for curtain fire or barrage in the Carnoy Valley, near Montauban. The stark, bare landscape is a stark reminder of the desolation wrought by the conflict. The gunners, their faces etched with determination and concentration, are stripped down to their waistcoats, revealing the physical demands of their work. The heat of the summer sun and the intensity of their labor are palpable, as they work tirelessly to provide covering fire for their comrades on the front lines. The 18-pounder gun, a symbol of Great War-time artillery, roars to life, its power and might on full display. The Battle of Pozieres, which lasted from July 23 to September 7, 1916, was a significant engagement in the larger Battle of the Somme. The battlefield, once a picturesque valley, was transformed into a scene of devastation and carnage. The use of artillery, such as the 18-pounder, played a crucial role in the battle, with both sides engaging in a barrage of fire that left the land scarred and the men who fought there forever changed. This powerful image captures a moment in time, a snapshot of the intense and unforgiving nature of trench warfare during the First World War. The determination and focus of the gunners, the raw power of the artillery, and the desolate landscape all serve as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made during this pivotal moment in history.
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