British and German infantry disputing possession of a trench
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British and German infantry disputing possession of a trench
Between 2 barrages : British and German infantry disputing possession of a trench above Beaumont Hamel, supported by their respective artilleries - 13th November 1916. (ILN 13/1/17). Captain Bryan De Grineau, Royal Field Artillery - Commissioned 26.5.16 (1883-1957) Date: 1916
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13th Artillery Beaumont Bryan Commissioned Disputing Grineau Hamel Infantry Possession Respective Supported Topographical Trench Artilleries
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This evocative photograph captures a pivotal moment during the Battle of the Somme in November 1916, as British and German infantrymen dispute possession of a trench above Beaumont Hamel. The scene unfolds between two artillery barrages, with both sides determined to gain ground and secure an advantage. The tenacious struggle for control of this strategic position is reflected in the intense expressions and postures of the soldiers. In the foreground, a British officer, identified as Captain Bryan De Grineau of the Royal Field Artillery, stands resolute, pointing towards the German lines. De Grineau, who was commissioned in May 1916, cuts an authoritative figure as he leads his men in the assault. Behind him, British infantrymen prepare to advance, their rifles at the ready. On the German side, an equally determined officer gestures towards the British position, with his troops poised to counter-attack. The ominous smoke from the artillery barrages looms in the background, a constant reminder of the deadly danger that surrounds them. The intricate topographical details of the drawing, produced by an unknown artist for the Illustrated London News on January 13, 1917, provide a vivid and immersive glimpse into the harsh realities of trench warfare during World War I. The image serves as a poignant reminder of the courage and determination displayed by soldiers on both sides, as they fought for survival and strategic advantage in the mud and carnage of the Western Front.
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