Our Dressing and Medical Dug-out in the trenches
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Our Dressing and Medical Dug-out in the trenches
Our Dressing and Medical Dug-out in the trenches. The Little Grey Home in the West. 386202 Acting Sergeant Herbert Gibson, Mm, 1St Northumbrian Field Ambulance, Royal Army Medical Corps. Born September 1889
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1889 386202 Acting Ambulance Born Corps Dressing Gibson Herbert Northumbrian Sergeant Trenches
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the harsh realities of life in the trenches during World War I, as depicted in the image of Our Dressing and Medical Dug-out. The Little Grey Home in the West. The photograph, taken between 1914 and 1918, shows Acting Sergeant Herbert Gibson, MM, of the 1st Northumbrian Field Ambulance, Royal Army Medical Corps, attending to a wounded soldier in the cramped and makeshift medical facility. Born in September 1889, Gibson and his comrades were tasked with providing medical care to the injured and sick soldiers on the front lines. The dug-out, a small, underground shelter, served as their base of operations. The dimly lit space is filled with medical supplies, including bandages, dressings, and surgical instruments, all necessary for the treatment of the wounded. The walls are adorned with a cross and a photograph, adding a sense of humanity and hope in the midst of the chaos and destruction of war. The photograph provides a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by the medical personnel during the conflict. Despite the challenging conditions, they worked tirelessly to save lives and provide comfort to the soldiers who were far from home. The image also underscores the importance of medical care in warfare and the crucial role it plays in ensuring the survival and recovery of soldiers. This photograph is a valuable historical document that offers insights into the experiences of those who served in the trenches during World War I. It is a testament to the resilience and dedication of the medical personnel who risked their lives to care for the wounded and sick soldiers on the front lines.
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