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Dunsterforce infantry in action, WW1
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Dunsterforce infantry in action, WW1
Members of the Dunsterforce infantry in action in the desert near the Turkish front during the First World War.
1917-1918
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Action Desert Infantry War Time Ww 1
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In this evocative photograph, members of the Dunsterforce infantry are seen in the midst of action in the arid desert landscape of the Middle East during the First World War. The year is 1917 or 1918, and the British soldiers are engaged in a fierce battle against the Turkish army. The image captures the raw intensity and unforgiving nature of war, as the infantrymen advance through the sandy terrain, weapons at the ready, their faces etched with determination and focus. The Dunsterforce was a British military mission sent to the Caucasus region during the First World War, with the primary objective of aiding the local forces in their fight against the Turkish army. The mission, led by General Lionel Dunsterville, consisted of a small but determined force of British and Indian soldiers, who faced numerous challenges in the harsh desert conditions. Despite the odds against them, the Dunsterforce infantry proved to be a formidable force, engaging in numerous battles and skirmishes against the Turkish army. This photograph is a testament to their courage and resilience, as they braved the harsh desert conditions and the relentless attacks of their enemies. The image also serves as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by the soldiers of the British army during the First World War. The desolate desert landscape, the uniformed figures of the soldiers, and the sense of tension and anticipation in the air all combine to create a powerful and evocative image that resonates with the raw emotion and intensity of war time. This photograph is part of the Imperial War Museum's Robert Hunt Library collection, and is available for research and educational purposes through Mary Evans Prints Online. It offers a unique glimpse into the lives of the soldiers of the Dunsterforce infantry, and the challenges they faced during their mission in the Middle East during the First World War.
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