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The famous 4 days retreat from Mons

The famous 4 days retreat from Mons. How the wounded helped the wounded between Le Cateau and Landrecies. With the British Army on the Western Front - published in 1916 for Tatler and Sphere.. Fortunino Matania, Ri (1881-1963). One of the most accomplished realistic illustrators and artists of his time, his wartime work was immensely popular and appeared in nearly every major news magazine, Allied, Neutral and Central Powers alike. Literally tens of millions of readers saw wartime events through the medium of Matanias weekly illustrations and, as such, he played an important role in defining peoples mental image of what Great War battlefield scenes and soldiers looked like. Date: August 1914

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This evocative image, titled 'The Famous 4 Days Retreat from Mons: How the Wounded Helped the Wounded between Le Cateau and Landrecies,' is a powerful testament to the indomitable spirit of soldiers during the early days of the First World War. Published in 1916 for Tatler and Sphere magazines, this poignant work was created by the renowned Italian-born artist and illustrator Fortunino Matania. Known for his exceptional realistic style, Matania's wartime illustrations were widely distributed and reached an estimated tens of millions of readers across Allied, Neutral, and Central Powers. The scene depicted in this print captures the intense camaraderie and selflessness that emerged among the British Army during their retreat from Mons, Belgium, in August 1914. As the soldiers moved from Le Cateau to Landrecies, they faced relentless enemy fire and numerous challenges. Yet, even in the midst of this chaos, wounded soldiers were seen helping their comrades, demonstrating the resilience and compassion that characterized the war effort. Matania's masterful use of light and shadow, as well as his attention to detail, brings this poignant moment to life. The artist's ability to capture the raw emotion and grit of the battlefield, while also highlighting the humanity and compassion of the soldiers, made his work an essential part of the collective memory of the Great War. This image, in particular, serves as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices and solidarity that defined the early days of this historic conflict.

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