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WWI bullet engraved Hooge - Ypres - St Eloi - 1914-15

WWI bullet engraved Hooge - Ypres - St Eloi - 1914-15


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WWI bullet engraved Hooge - Ypres - St Eloi - 1914-15

First World War bullet engraved Hooge - Ypres - St. Eloi - 1914-15. Trench Art

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Bullet Eloi Engraved First Hooge Topographical Trench Ypres


EDITORS COMMENTS
This intriguing and poignant piece of trench art dates back to the First World War, specifically the years 1914-15. The bullet, meticulously engraved with the names and locations Hooge, Ypres, and St. Eloi, provides a tangible connection to the historical events and the soldiers who lived through the horrors of the Great War. During the First World War, soldiers in the trenches of the Western Front found creative ways to pass the time and cope with the harsh conditions. One such way was through the creation of trench art, which included engraving bullets, shells, and other military objects with various designs, often including the names of significant locations or personal messages. The names Hooge, Ypres, and St. Eloi inscribed on this bullet refer to key locations in the Ypres Salient, a heavily contested area in the Western Front. Hooge was the site of a major battle in 1915, Ypres was a city under siege for much of the war, and St. Eloi was a village that saw intense fighting in 1915. The bullet's engraving serves as a testament to the soldiers' experiences and the historical significance of these places during the First World War. It is a poignant reminder of the human stories and personal connections that lie behind the larger historical narrative. This bullet, now a precious historical artifact, offers a glimpse into the past and the courage and resilience of those who lived through the First World War.

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