British gunners take a break during bombardment of Zonnebeke
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British gunners take a break during bombardment of Zonnebeke
Photograph: British gunners take a break during the bombardment of Zonnebeke. From an album of 76 official photographs, 1916-1917. Associated with World War One, Western Front (1914-1918). Artillery was the most destructive weapon on the Western Front. The ability to destroy enemy troop concentrations, wire, guns and fortified positions with artillery became key to any successful operation. The guns could fire shrapnel or high explosive shells, as well as poison gas. Date: 1917
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Artillery Associated Bombardment Break Destructive Gunners Official Photograph Weapon Zonnebeke
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This evocative photograph captures a moment of respite for British gunners during the intense bombardment of Zonnebeke on the Western Front in 1917. The image is taken from an album of 76 official photographs, documenting the events and experiences of the First World War. The artillery was a crucial and devastating weapon during this conflict, with the ability to destroy enemy troop concentrations, wire, guns, and fortified positions, making it a key component of any successful operation. The guns could fire various types of ammunition, including shrapnel, high explosive shells, and even poison gas. The scene depicted in the photograph shows British gunners taking a brief break from their duties, likely between intense bouts of firing. Their expressions convey a mix of exhaustion, relief, and determination, reflecting the grueling conditions they faced. The image offers a poignant reminder of the human element of war, as soldiers sought moments of rest amidst the chaos and destruction of the battlefield. The photograph is associated with the period between 1916 and 1917, during a pivotal time in the Western Front campaign. The bombardment of Zonnebeke was part of the Third Battle of Ypres, also known as Passchendaele, which lasted from July to November 1917. The battle is remembered for its brutal conditions, with heavy rain turning the battlefield into a quagmire, making progress slow and costly for both sides. This photograph, taken from the extensive collection of official images from Mary Evans Prints Online, provides a valuable glimpse into the realities of life on the Western Front during World War One.
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