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Soldiers sorting military post, WW1
Men of the Royal Engineers sorting out letters at the G.P.O in 1915. The ever-increasing volume of letters and parcels to troops in various parts of the world necessitated experienced men who understood the regimental addresses. The Illustrated Sporting & Dramatic News mentions that, Women are now being trained for the work. Date: 1915
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Correspondence Engineers Letters Mail Office Parcels Postal Sorting
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This evocative photograph captures a moment in time during World War I, as soldiers of the Royal Engineers diligently sort through a mountainous pile of letters and parcels at the General Post Office in 1915. The volume of mail being sent to troops stationed in various parts of the world had reached unprecedented levels, necessitating the expertise of experienced men who were intimately familiar with regimental addresses and military postal procedures. The sorting process was a meticulous and labor-intensive task, requiring a high degree of concentration and attention to detail. The soldiers worked methodically, carefully examining each piece of mail to ensure it was directed to the correct recipient. The importance of this work cannot be overstated, as the receipt of a letter or parcel from home was a precious morale-booster for soldiers far from home. Interestingly, the Illustrated Sporting & Dramatic News reported that women were now being trained for this work, recognizing the need for additional manpower and the potential for women to contribute to the war effort in non-combat roles. The photograph provides a poignant reminder of the sacrifices and resilience of those on the home front, as they worked tirelessly to ensure that the troops received their much-needed correspondence. The image offers a fascinating glimpse into the history of military postal services during WWI, and the crucial role they played in maintaining the morale and connection between soldiers and their loved ones. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the human stories that lie behind the larger historical narrative of the war.
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