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British soldiers in trench, Ribecourt, France, WW1
Men of the 11th Leicester Regiment (6th Division) with Vickers machine guns in a captured second line trench at Ribecourt, northern France, during the Battle of Cambrai, First World War.
20 November 1917
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11th Cambrai Captured Division Guns Leicester Regiment Ribecourt Trench Vickers War Time Ww 1
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This evocative photograph captures a moment during the Battle of Cambrai in northern France on 20 November 1917, as men of the 11th Leicester Regiment (6th Division) man their Vickers machine guns in a captured second line trench at Ribecourt. The Battle of Cambrai was a significant engagement in the Western Front of World War 1, marking one of the first major uses of tanks in combat. The soldiers, huddled together in the muddy, cramped confines of the trench, display a mix of focus and weariness. Their faces are etched with the grime of battle and the harsh conditions of the trenches. The Vickers machine guns, a vital tool in the defense against enemy advances, dominate the scene, their ominous presence a reminder of the constant threat of attack. The 11th Leicester Regiment, part of the 6th Division, played a crucial role in the Battle of Cambrai. Their successful capture of Ribecourt helped to secure a strategic position and gain ground for the Allied forces. The battle ultimately ended in a stalemate, but the use of new tactics and weapons, such as the Vickers machine guns, marked a turning point in the war. This powerful image, taken by Robert Hunt for the Imperial War Museum, offers a poignant glimpse into the harsh realities of trench warfare during World War 1. The determination and resilience of these soldiers, faced with the horrors of the battlefield, serve as a testament to their courage and the sacrifices made during this pivotal moment in history.
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