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Telephone duty at White Horse Hotel
Telephone duty at White Horse Hotel. Through the long night watches. 21017 Private P. J. Hill, D Company, 20Th Battalion, The County Of London Regiment. Studied At Lambeth School Of Art, St. Oswalds Place, Upper Kennington Lane. Resided At 6 Amott Road, Peckham Rye, London In 1895
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21017 Amott Battalion Duty Kennington Lambeth Lane Oswalds Peckham Private Regiment Regiments Resided Studied Telephone Through Topographical Watches 1895 Upper
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Telephone Duty at White Horse Hotel: Through the Long Night Watches This evocative image captures the quiet determination of 21017 Private P.J. Hill as he performs his telephone duty at the White Horse Hotel during the long and weary nights of the First World War. The year was 1895, and Private Hill was a student at the prestigious Lambeth School of Art, located at St. Oswalds Place, Upper Kennington Lane. However, the outbreak of war in 1914 called him to serve with D Company, 20th Battalion, The County of London Regiment. The White Horse Hotel, a historic coaching inn, served as a military communications hub during the war. Private Hill's role was crucial, as he was responsible for relaying messages between the front lines and military headquarters. The telephone, a vital piece of technology during this time, connected the soldiers to their commanders and allowed them to coordinate their efforts in the face of the enemy. The topographical painting, created in the style of a military historical piece, captures the somber atmosphere of the telephone room. The dimly lit space, filled with maps and military documents, underscores the gravity of the situation. Private Hill, dressed in his military uniform, sits attentively at the telephone, his expression focused and serious. As the long night watches continued, Private Hill remained vigilant, ensuring that every message was delivered promptly and accurately. His dedication and commitment to his duty were essential to the success of the military efforts during the First World War. This poignant image serves as a reminder of the sacrifices made by soldiers like Private Hill, who answered the call to serve their country, even during the long and trying nights.
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