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WW1 - Belgian Cavalry in action

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WW1 - Belgian Cavalry in action

WW1 - Recalling the Balaclava Charge, the Belgian Cavalry ride out to attack. The force were covering the Belgian retreat to Louvain. Germans opened fire upon them with machine guns. It is said that only seven returned from 228 men. Date: 1914

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Amidst the chaos and carnage of the First World War, the Belgian Cavalry made a valiant attempt to hold the line and protect their retreating forces during the Battle of Louvain in 1914. In a charge reminiscent of the infamous Charge of the Light Brigade at Balaclava during the Crimean War, this photograph captures the moment the Belgian cavalry rode out to meet the advancing German forces. The date was August 25, 1914, and the Belgians, outnumbered and outgunned, were desperately trying to cover the withdrawal of their troops. As they charged towards the enemy, they were met with a hail of machine gun fire from the German ranks. The once proud and powerful cavalry charge was reduced to a scene of futility and tragedy. Of the 228 men and horses that made up this Belgian cavalry detachment, only seven returned from the charge. The photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the brutal realities of war and the sacrifices made by the brave men and horses who fought in the trenches of World War I. The image is a stark contrast to the romanticized notions of cavalry charges and chivalry that were popularized in literature and art. Instead, it reveals the harsh and unforgiving nature of the battlefield, where the outcome was often determined by cold, calculated strategy and firepower rather than heroism and valor. This powerful photograph is a testament to the sacrifices made by the Belgian military during the early days of the First World War, and serves as a reminder of the human cost of conflict. It is a poignant and important piece of historical record, and a reminder of the bravery and determination of those who fought and died in the name of their country during the Great War.

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