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Silhouettes from the Somme by H. L. Oakley

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Silhouettes from the Somme by H. L. Oakley

Various scenes on the Somme cut by famous silhouette artist, Captain H. L. Oakley showing the work to be done when pursuing the retreating Germans. A party of Pioneers are mending the roads, a cavalry squadron (the Australian Light Horse) return from close contact with the enemy, and the Royal Engineers make roads and rivers passable. Progress is reported by the liaison officers attached, and communication is supplied by Royal Engineers signallers. Date: 1918

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Attack Australian Cavalry Communication Engineers Germans Mending Oakley Pioneers Pursuing Retreat Retreating Roads Silhouettes Somme Squadron


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Captured Moments of War: The Unyielding Spirit of the British Forces on the Western Front, 1918 In this evocative and poignant series of silhouettes by renowned artist Captain H.L. Oakley, we bear witness to the relentless pursuit of the retreating Germans on the Somme during World War I. The intricately cut scenes offer a glimpse into the daily life and tireless efforts of the British troops as they pressed forward, determined to make ground and secure victory. In the foreground, a party of Pioneers diligently mend the battered roads, their shovels and picks raised in unison as they work to restore passage for the advancing forces. The Australian Light Horse, a cavalry squadron, return from a close encounter with the enemy, their horses' coats glistening with sweat and their riders' faces etched with determination and resolve. In the background, the Royal Engineers labor to make the roads and rivers passable, their expertise in engineering and construction proving invaluable in the face of adversity. The progress of the troops is reported by liaison officers, their flags held high as they confer with their superiors. Communication is maintained through the efforts of the Royal Engineers signallers, their semaphore flags waving in the wind as they transmit vital information between units. These hauntingly beautiful silhouettes serve as a testament to the unyielding spirit of the British forces on the Western Front, their indomitable will to fight and persevere in the face of overwhelming adversity. Captain Oakley's masterful artistry captures the essence of the war experience, offering a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by the brave men and women who fought to secure a better future for us all. Date: 1918

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