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School Sentry 1914
A member of the Artists Rifles (Territorial Army Regiment) on sentry duty at the entrance to Lancing Street L.C.C. School at Kings Cross, London, in the first week of war. Date: 5 August 1914
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This evocative photograph captures the moment of heightened tension and uncertainty as the First World War began in August 1914. The image depicts a solitary sentry of the Artists Rifles Territorial Army Regiment standing guard at the entrance to Lancing Street Local Council School in Kings Cross, London. Dressed in full military uniform, the soldier holds his rifle at the ready, scanning the surroundings with a vigilant gaze. The children of the school can be seen in the background, huddled together, likely on their way home or seeking shelter from the chaos of the unfolding conflict. The once bustling streets of London, symbolized by the deserted Lancing Street in the foreground, now stand eerily quiet, reflecting the ominous atmosphere of the impending war. The Artists Rifles, a renowned volunteer regiment, were known for their artistic and intellectual prowess, and this sentry's presence served as a powerful reminder of the British government's call to arms and the sacrifice of ordinary citizens in the face of international conflict. This poignant snapshot in time offers a glimpse into the early days of the First World War and the profound impact it had on the daily lives of the British people.
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