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Percival Phillips
Percival Phillips (1877-1937), American born journalist and war correspondent, working for the Daily Express during the First World War. In August 1914 Phillips was sent to Belgium where he was attached to the Belgian Army. He covered the invasion of Belgium and in 1915 Phillips became on of the five journalists selected by the government to report the war on the Western Front. Date: 1918
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This evocative photograph captures the intrepid spirit of Percival Phillips, an American-born journalist and war correspondent, as he diligently reported on the events of the First World War for the Daily Express. In August 1914, Phillips was dispatched to Belgium, where he was attached to the Belgian Army. As the invasion of Belgium unfolded, Phillips' dispatches provided invaluable insights into the early stages of the war for readers around the world. In 1915, Phillips was among the select group of five journalists chosen by the British government to report on the Western Front. His unwavering commitment to truthful and accurate reporting earned him a reputation as a trusted and respected war correspondent. This image, taken in 1918, shows Phillips in his element, pen in hand and gaze focused intently on the paper in front of him. The solemn expression on his face speaks to the gravity of the situation and the weight of responsibility he bore as a journalist covering the war. Phillips' work during the First World War represents an important chapter in the history of journalism and the role of the media in reporting on major global events. His courage and dedication to the truth continue to inspire journalists and historians alike, making this photograph a significant historical artifact.
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