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Desert column at El Magdhaba, Egypt, WW1
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Desert column at El Magdhaba, Egypt, WW1
A desert column at El Magdhaba, on the Sinai peninsula, Egypt, during the First World War. Date: 11 June 1917
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This evocative image captures the harsh realities of desert warfare during the First World War, as a column of Allied soldiers and camels advances through the arid landscape of El Magdhaba in Egypt's Sinai Peninsula on June 11, 1917. The British and French forces, led by General Allenby, were on a mission to drive the Ottoman Turks out of the region and secure the Suez Canal, a vital strategic asset for the Allied Powers. The scorching heat of the desert is palpable in this photograph, with the sun casting long shadows over the undulating sand dunes. The soldiers, dressed in heavy uniforms and armed with rifles, trudge along, their faces etched with determination and fatigue. Their camel companions, essential for traversing the desert terrain, plod steadily behind, their humps swaying with each step. The dry, dusty conditions of the desert presented unique challenges for both the soldiers and their animals. Water was scarce, and the intense heat could be debilitating. Yet, the Allied forces pressed on, driven by the knowledge that their efforts would help turn the tide of the war in the Middle East. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by the soldiers who served in the deserts of Egypt during the First World War. It also highlights the ingenuity and resilience required to wage war in such inhospitable conditions.
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