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Ordnance Depot - Basra, Iraq, WWI
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Ordnance Depot - Basra, Iraq, WWI
The Ordnance Depot on the banks of the Shatt al-Arab Waterway (which leads out to the Persian Gulf) at Basra, Iraq - WWI Date: circa 1917
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This evocative photograph captures the bustling activity at the Ordnance Depot in Basra, Iraq, during World War I. Located on the banks of the Shatt al-Arab Waterway, which leads out to the Persian Gulf, the depot played a crucial role in supplying the British forces engaged in the Mesopotamian campaign. The image reveals a scene of meticulous organization and logistical efficiency. Rows of ammunition boxes and supplies are neatly stacked, ready to be loaded onto boats for transportation up the river to the front lines. The waterway, a vital artery for the movement of goods and troops, is dotted with small boats, some laden with supplies, others ferrying soldiers. The Ordnance Depot at Basra was a vital link in the British military supply chain during the Mesopotamian campaign of World War I. The campaign, which saw the British attempt to secure control of the region and protect the strategic oil reserves in the Persian Gulf, was fraught with challenges. The harsh desert conditions, disease, and a determined enemy made the task a formidable one. The photograph offers a glimpse into the immense effort required to sustain the war effort in this remote and challenging theater of war. The British forces relied heavily on the efficient operation of depots like this one, which ensured that the troops had the necessary supplies and ammunition to face the challenges of the Mesopotamian front. The image is a poignant reminder of the immense logistical challenges faced by the military during World War I and the critical role played by depots like the one at Basra in ensuring the success of the war effort.
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