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Photograph: British, with machine guns, take up a position in a ditch in France.In fact it shows men with a Vickers machine-gun in training, with the gun on a tripod.One of 193 British and Allied Official photographs taken on the Western Front during World War One.Mounted on card, some with their original captions.Associated with World War One, Western Front (1914-1918). Date: 1918
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Allied Ditch Fact Guns Mounted Official Photograph Position Tripod Vickers
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This evocative photograph captures a moment during World War One training sessions on the Western Front, as British soldiers take up positions in a ditch with a Vickers machine-gun. The image, taken in 1918, shows the men carefully setting up the gun on a tripod, ensuring it is properly aligned and ready for action. The grim reality of trench warfare is palpable, with the soldiers dressed in heavy coats and muddy boots, their faces set with determination and focus. The Vickers machine-gun, a crucial piece of equipment during the war, was a versatile and effective weapon that could fire up to 600 rounds per minute. This photograph is one of 193 official images taken by the British and Allied forces on the Western Front, providing a unique insight into the daily life and experiences of soldiers during this pivotal period in history. The image is mounted on card, with some of the original captions still intact, adding to its historical significance. The photograph is a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by soldiers during the war, as they braved the harsh conditions and constant threat of enemy fire to protect their country. It also underscores the importance of military training and preparation, as the soldiers honed their skills and readied themselves for the challenges that lay ahead on the battlefield.
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