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Building Nissen huts for troops, Western Front, WW1
British men building Nissen huts for use by troops, on the Western Front during World War One. The semi-cylindrical Nissen hut was invented by Major Peter Norman Nissen in 1916. Date: circa 1916
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Constructing Cylindrical Erecting Huts Invented Invention Major Nissen Norman Peter Semi
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This evocative photograph captures a group of British soldiers diligently constructing Nissen huts on the Western Front during World War One, around 1916. The semi-cylindrical Nissen hut, an ingenious invention by Major Peter Norman Nissen, was designed to provide temporary shelter for troops in the harsh conditions of the battlefield. With the First World War raging on, the demand for quick and efficient housing solutions was paramount. Major Nissen, a Royal Engineer, created this innovative design to address the need for robust, easily transportable, and quick-to-erect structures. The huts were made from corrugated iron sheets and timber, and their distinctive curved shape allowed them to withstand shelling and other harsh weather conditions. The soldiers in this image are seen working together, hammering and bolting the hut components into place, creating a sense of camaraderie and determination in the face of adversity. The Nissen hut became an iconic symbol of the war effort, providing essential living quarters for millions of soldiers on both the Western and Eastern Fronts. The invention of the Nissen hut revolutionized military engineering and remains an important chapter in the history of wartime accommodation. This photograph offers a poignant reminder of the resilience and resourcefulness of the soldiers who built these structures, ensuring that their comrades could have a temporary reprieve from the harsh realities of the battlefield.
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