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Army Service Corps France October 1914 The unsung heroes of the British army during
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Army Service Corps France October 1914 The unsung heroes of the British army during
Army Service Corps France October 1914
The unsung heroes of the British army during World War One, the ASC, known as " Ally Slopers Cavalry" - were the men who operated the transport. Armies can not fight without food, equipment and ammunition. In the Great War, the vast majority of this tonnage, supplying a vast army on many fronts, was supplied from the U.K. Using an assortment of transport methods including horsed and motor vehicles, railways and waterways. the ASC performed prodigious feats of logistics and were one of the great strengths of organisation by which the war was waged. Our Picture Shows:
The drivers, mechanics and farriers of one of the ASCs Mechanical Transport Companies enjoying a game of football in Northern France. Circa October 1914
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Mirrorpix
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Media ID 21553744
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Relaxation World War One 1910s
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This print captures a moment of respite amidst the chaos and turmoil of World War One. Taken in Northern France in October 1914, it showcases the unsung heroes of the British army - the Army Service Corps (ASC), affectionately known as "Ally Slopers Cavalry". These were the men who operated the vital transport systems that kept armies fed, equipped, and armed. In this image, we see drivers, mechanics, and farriers from one of ASC's Mechanical Transport Companies taking a break to enjoy a game of football. Amidst their grueling tasks and tireless efforts to keep supplies flowing to the frontlines, these brave individuals found solace in moments like these. The ASC played an indispensable role during World War One by ensuring that food, equipment, and ammunition reached soldiers on multiple fronts. Utilizing various modes of transportation such as horses, motor vehicles, railways, and waterways; they performed remarkable logistical feats that contributed significantly to the war effort. As we gaze upon this snapshot frozen in time over a century ago, let us remember not only those who fought bravely on battlefields but also those whose dedication behind-the-scenes made victory possible. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of their invaluable contribution to history's greatest conflict - World War One.
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