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WW1 - Sucrerie cemetery - Ablain-Saint-Nazaire
WW1 - British Sucrerie cemetery - Ablain-Saint-Nazaire, 13km north of Arras, France. The cemetery is named after a sugar factory, which was destroyed in the War and has been replaced by a farm. Date: circa 1920
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Amidst the rolling hills and verdant landscapes of northern France, the British Sucrerie Cemetery in Ablain-Saint-Nazaire stands as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made during the First World War. Circa 1920, this evocative photograph captures the solemn beauty of the cemetery, with its neatly aligned rows of wooden crosses and headstones, each bearing the name, rank, and regiment of the fallen soldiers. The cemetery, named after a sugar factory that was destroyed during the conflict, is now situated 13km north of Arras. The gate, adorned with intricate ironwork, serves as an entrance to this hallowed ground, where the dead of the British Expeditionary Force rest in eternal peace. The serene atmosphere is a stark contrast to the chaos and destruction that once engulfed this region during the Great War. Today, the cemetery stands as a testament to the enduring bond between the people of France and Britain, united in their shared history and the memory of those who gave their lives for freedom and peace.
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