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RSR 2 / 6th Battalion, Prisoners at Tank Fort, 1917
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RSR 2 / 6th Battalion, Prisoners at Tank Fort, 1917
Royal Sussex Regiment Collection
West Sussex Record Office Ref No: RSR Uncat Acc 3284 Vol 1 2/6th Batt/113
1917
Postcard
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India Shoes World War One Bars Jail North West Frontier
RSR 2 / 6th Battalion, Prisoners at Tank Fort, 1917 - A Glimpse into the Harsh Realities of World War One
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. This poignant print from the Royal Sussex Regiment Collection takes us back to a significant moment in history - the year 1917 during World War One. Captured within this frame are prisoners confined within the walls of Tank Fort, their faces etched with weariness and uncertainty. The image serves as a stark reminder of the sacrifices made by brave soldiers who found themselves on the front lines. Located somewhere in India's North West Frontier, this desolate jail cell becomes their temporary home. Behind iron bars that symbolize both confinement and resilience, these men endure unimaginable hardships while serving their duty to king and country. Their worn-out shoes speak volumes about long marches endured and battles fought. The photograph offers a glimpse into an era where war was not limited to battlefields alone; it extended its reach even behind prison walls. These captured soldiers become symbols of courage amidst adversity as they face an uncertain future. Preserved by West Sussex County Council's Record Office (Ref No: RSR Uncat Acc 3284 Vol 1 2/6th Batt/113), this postcard-sized memento holds historical significance beyond measure. It stands as a testament to those who served valiantly during one of humanity's darkest chapters. Let us honor these heroes whose sacrifice helped shape our world today, reminding ourselves never to forget
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