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Recruiting soldiers at the Angel Picture Theatre. The 4th London Royal Fusiliers
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Recruiting soldiers at the Angel Picture Theatre. The 4th London Royal Fusiliers
Recruiting soldiers at the Angel Picture Theatre.
The 4th London Royal Fusiliers have arranged to have " The Life of a Soldier" film shown on the screen at the Angel cinema. After the screening several recruiting sergeants accost likely looking fellows who have seen the film, with the view to enlisting them. Picture shows the recruiting sergeants talking to prospective recruits.
Little did the men who signed up at the beginning of 1914 know that eight months later they would be thrown into the first world war
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Media ID 21662078
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Audiences Bowler Hats Cinema Large Group Of People Crowd Men Only Patriotism Regiments World War One 1910s War And Conflict
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This print captures a significant moment in history at the Angel Picture Theatre. In the early 1910s, amidst an atmosphere of patriotism and growing tensions, the 4th London Royal Fusiliers devised a unique strategy to recruit soldiers for the impending war. The theatre showcased "The Life of a Soldier" film on its screen, attracting a large audience of men eager to witness this portrayal of military life. After the screening, as bowler-hatted gentlemen exited into the dimly lit streets, they were approached by recruiting sergeants who had been strategically placed outside. In this snapshot frozen in time, we see these recruiters engaging with prospective recruits. The expressions on their faces reveal both curiosity and apprehension as they contemplate joining an army that would soon be thrust into World War I. Little did these men know that within eight months of signing up in 1914, they would find themselves embroiled in one of history's most devastating conflicts. This image serves as a poignant reminder not only of their initial enthusiasm but also of the immense sacrifices made during wartime. As we gaze upon this photograph today, it evokes feelings of nostalgia for an era long gone—a time when cinema served not only as entertainment but also as a powerful tool for recruitment and propaganda. It stands testament to how ordinary individuals were swept up by duty and honor during times of great turmoil.
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