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New Zealand troops on road to Gaza, Palestine, WW1
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New Zealand troops on road to Gaza, Palestine, WW1
New Zealand troops on horseback on the road to Gaza, Palestine, during the First World War. Date: circa 1917
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This evocative photograph captures the determination and resilience of New Zealand's First World War soldiers as they make their way across the dry, arid terrain of the Middle East towards the battle of Gaza in Palestine, circa 1917. The scene is set against the backdrop of a vast, sun-scorched desert, with the soldiers and their horses appearing as small figures against the vast expanse of sand and rock. The New Zealand Mounted Rifles, a part of the Australian and New Zealand Army Corps (ANZAC), were renowned for their expertise in mounted infantry and cavalry warfare. Here, they are seen transporting supplies and reinforcements to the front lines, their horses providing essential mobility in the harsh conditions. The soldiers, dressed in their khaki uniforms and armed with rifles, gaze intently into the distance, their expressions a mix of focus and apprehension. The heat of the desert is palpable, with the sun casting long shadows across the landscape and the sand glinting in the sunlight. Despite the challenging conditions, the New Zealanders pressed on, driven by their commitment to the Allied cause and their desire to defend their homeland half a world away. The road to Gaza would prove to be a pivotal moment in the Middle Eastern campaign of the First World War, with the Allied forces ultimately securing a hard-fought victory against the Ottoman Turkish army. This powerful image serves as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by the brave men and women of the New Zealand military during the Great War, and the indomitable spirit that carried them through even the most challenging of circumstances.
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