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Rolls Royce armoured car being shelled, WW1
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Rolls Royce armoured car being shelled, WW1
A Rolls Royce armoured car belonging to the Dunsterforce, with explosions from shelling in the background, during the First World War.
1917-1918
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Amidst the chaos and destruction of the First World War battlefield, a lone Rolls Royce armoured car of the Dunsterforce stands defiant against the hail of enemy shells. In the background, explosions from the intense artillery duel engulf the landscape in smoke and fire, as the relentless barrage of projectiles threatens to bring an end to the vulnerable vehicle and its occupants. The Rolls Royce armoured car, a symbol of British engineering prowess, was a vital asset to the Dunsterforce, a British military mission operating in the Caucasus region during the final stages of the war. Designed to provide mobility and protection against enemy fire, these armoured cars were essential for reconnaissance and communication between Allied forces. Despite their robust construction, the armoured cars were not invulnerable to the destructive power of artillery shells. In this harrowing scene, the Rolls Royce armoured car is seen taking a direct hit, the force of the explosion sending a plume of smoke and debris into the air. The crew inside the vehicle, their faces hidden behind protective masks, would have braced themselves against the impact, hoping to survive the onslaught. The First World War was a time of great upheaval and sacrifice, with the battlefields of Europe and beyond witnessing some of the most intense and brutal fighting in history. This photograph serves as a stark reminder of the realities of war, and the courage and resilience of those who fought in it.
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