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WW1 - Allies use gas, October 1915
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WW1 - Allies use gas, October 1915
WW1 - The British army charging under cover a cloud of gas smoke, using the German Infantrys battle tactics against them. In the war-damaged battle ground landscape between Loos and LA Bassee, two officers are seen observing the operation from afar. The gas cloud was described to have been " heavier than any London fog", the idea was to bewilder the enemy to drive them out of their trenches. Date: 1915
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Allies Bassee Birdseye Charge Charging Cloud Damaged Germans Loos Operation Tactics Officers
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This evocative image captures the chaotic and deadly scene of the First World War battlefield between Loos and La Bassee in October 1915. The British army is seen making a daring charge under the cover of a dense, choking gas cloud, employing the very tactics used against them by the Germans. The gas, described as being "heavier than any London fog," was intended to disorient and disperse the enemy, driving them out of their fortified trenches. In the distance, two officers observe the operation from a vantage point, their expressions a mix of determination and concern. The battle-scarred landscape around them bears testament to the brutal and relentless nature of the conflict. The use of chemical weapons marked a new and terrifying phase in the war, and this photograph offers a haunting reminder of the horrors experienced by soldiers on both sides. The image provides a unique bird's-eye view of the battlefield, offering a glimpse into the chaos and confusion of the front lines. The troops, hidden beneath their protective gas masks, charge forward, their progress marked by the billowing smoke and the desolate, damaged landscape around them. This powerful and poignant image is a testament to the bravery and resilience of the soldiers who fought in the First World War, and serves as a reminder of the sacrifices made during this pivotal moment in history.
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