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?Morning star? trench club, World War One

?Morning star? trench club, World War One


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?Morning star? trench club, World War One

?Morning star? trench club, World War One, 1915 (c); wooden head made from a polo ball (?) with bullet spikes, ash handle and a leather strap secured with twine. Associated with World War One, Western Front (1914-1918). Date: circa 1915

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Associated Ball Bullet Handle Leather Morning Polo Secured Spikes Strap Trench Twine Made


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This haunting image captures the raw and brutal reality of life in the trenches during World War One. The "Morning Star" trench club, circa 1915, is a poignant reminder of the makeshift weapons and tools used by soldiers to survive in the harsh and unforgiving conditions of the Western Front. The club, made primarily from found materials, features a wooden head fashioned from a polo ball and secured with twine. The head is adorned with bullet spikes, each one a testament to the violence and destruction that was an everyday part of life in the trenches. The ash handle provides a gripping surface for the soldier to wield the weapon with force, while the leather strap adds an element of protection and control. The "Morning Star" trench club is a poignant symbol of the ingenuity and resourcefulness of soldiers during wartime. It is a reminder that in the face of unimaginable adversity, men were forced to create their own tools and weapons to defend themselves and their comrades. The club, with its menacing appearance, also serves as a reminder of the brutal and often desperate nature of trench warfare during World War One. This photograph, taken circa 1915, provides a glimpse into the harsh and unforgiving world of the trenches and the innovative ways in which soldiers adapted to their surroundings. It is a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by soldiers during the First World War and the enduring impact of this global conflict on history.

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