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Back to Blighty, boarding the leave boat, WW1
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Back to Blighty, boarding the leave boat, WW1
Back to Blighty, boarding the leave boat, WW1.
1914-1918
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Media ID 14413379
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Blighty Boarding Crowds Gangplank Leave Return Returning
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Back to Blighty: The Bittersweet Reunion with Home as Soldiers Board the Leave Boats during World War I (1914-1918) Amidst the chaos and turmoil of the First World War, a brief moment of respite and hope emerged for the weary soldiers as they prepared to embark on the journey back to their homeland. In this evocative photograph from the Mary Evans Picture Library, a large crowd of soldiers, their faces etched with a mix of relief, excitement, and apprehension, gather on the deck of a leave boat. The ships, which provided a vital transport link between the war front and the United Kingdom, were a symbol of hope and connection to the loved ones left behind. As the soldiers board the leave boat, their gaze is fixed on the gangplank, where their families and friends await their return. The sight of their loved ones, often after months or even years of separation, brought a wave of emotions that ranged from joy and elation to sadness and anxiety. For many, the thought of leaving the camaraderie and brotherhood of the trenches was a difficult one, but the promise of a brief respite from the horrors of war was a powerful incentive. The scene is a poignant reminder of the human cost of war and the enduring power of the bond between family and loved ones. The soldiers, dressed in their uniforms and carrying their belongings, stand in stark contrast to the calm waters and the idyllic English countryside in the background. The photograph captures the bittersweet nature of the soldiers' homecoming, as they bid farewell to their comrades and embarked on the long journey back to Blighty, the affectionate term for England, and the comfort and familiarity of home.
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