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Sailor says good bye to wife and baby, WW1

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Sailor says good bye to wife and baby, WW1

A sailor bidding farewell to his wife and child at Waterloo Station at the outbreak of the First World War. Date: 1914

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This poignant photograph captures the emotional moment of a British sailor bidding farewell to his wife and baby as he prepares to leave for the front lines of the First World War. The image, taken at Waterloo Station in London in 1914, encapsulates the sense of uncertainty and anxiety that gripped families as husbands and fathers answered the call to duty. With the outbreak of war in Europe, the Royal Navy mobilized thousands of sailors, leaving their loved ones behind to face an uncertain future. The sailor's somber expression and the tearful gaze of his wife and child speak volumes about the sacrifices being made in the name of duty and country. The historical significance of this photograph lies in its ability to convey the human cost of war, a cost that was felt deeply by families and communities across Britain and beyond. As the sailor turns to board the train, he leaves behind his loved ones, but takes with him the strength and support of their love and the knowledge that they are waiting for his safe return. This powerful image serves as a reminder of the enduring bond between family and the military, and the sacrifices made by ordinary people during extraordinary times.

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