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460th Battery Royal Field Artillery at V Beach at Gallipoli during World War I
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Action Artillery Battery Dardanelles Firing Gallipoli Howitzer Howitzers Ww 1
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This evocative photograph captures the intense action at V Beach, Gallipoli during the First World War, as members of the 460th Battery Royal Field Artillery prepare to fire their howitzers towards Turkish positions. The year is 1915, and the Allied forces, including the British, were attempting to force their way through the Dardanelles and into Constantinople, Turkey. The scene is one of chaos and determination, with soldiers huddled around the massive guns, their faces focused and resolute. Smoke billows from the gunpowder explosions, and the roar of the cannons can be heard echoing across the water. The waves crash against the shoreline, adding an element of nature's raw power to the scene. The 460th Battery was a crucial part of the Allied forces' artillery support during the Gallipoli campaign. The howitzers, with their long barrels and large calibers, were ideal for firing over long distances and could deliver heavy shells onto enemy positions. The soldiers in this photograph are a testament to the bravery and dedication of the men who served in the trenches during this brutal and costly conflict. This historical image provides a powerful reminder of the sacrifices made during the First World War and the importance of the Gallipoli campaign in shaping the course of the war. It is a poignant reminder of the great conflict that engulfed the world over a century ago and the enduring impact it had on the world's history.
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