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Battlefields Pilgrims en route for France
Battlefields Pilgrims en route for France, leaving Dover on the Empress of Calais (top), arriving at Calais (centre), and Scottish pilgrims at Dunkirk station after their voyage from Tilbury (bottom). The pilgrimage of 11, 000 people to France and Flanders was organised by the British Legion and attended by the Prince of Wales. Date: 1928
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This evocative photograph captures the spirit of pilgrimage as thousands of British men and women set out for France and Flanders in August 1928, more than a decade after the end of the First World War. The image shows three distinct moments in their journey: the departure from Dover aboard the Empress of Calais (top), the arrival at Calais (centre), and Scottish pilgrims disembarking at Dunkirk station after their voyage from Tilbury (bottom). Organized by the British Legion, this pilgrimage attracted an estimated 11,000 people, who sought to pay their respects at the graves of fallen soldiers and to commemorate the sacrifices made during the conflict. The Prince of Wales, who is seen in the photograph greeting the pilgrims at Calais, also attended the event. The 1920s, a decade marked by economic hardship and social change, saw a renewed interest in remembering the war and its impact on the British people. This pilgrimage was a testament to the enduring significance of the First World War in the national consciousness and the desire to honor the memories of those who had given their lives for their country. The photograph captures the sense of community and camaraderie among the pilgrims, as they embarked on their journey to the battlefields of France and Flanders. The image also serves as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made during the war and the importance of remembrance and commemoration in the post-war era.
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