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WW1 - Lieutenant R A Rail - Coldstream Guards
WW1 - Lieutenant R A Rail - Coldstream Guards - Roll of Honour - The Sphere, December 8th, 1917. Date: 1917
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This poignant photograph, published in The Sphere on December 8th, 1917, pays tribute to Lieutenant R A Rail of the esteemed Coldstream Guards, who made the ultimate sacrifice during the First World War. The image captures the solemn and dignified demeanor of the young officer, clad in his full military regalia, complete with the distinctive red fez of the Coldstream Guards. Lieutenant Rail's name is inscribed on the Roll of Honour, a testament to his bravery and sacrifice in the face of the unimaginable horrors of the battlefield. The date of 1917 is etched into the photograph, a reminder of the tumultuous year that saw the Battle of Passchendaele and the Russian Revolution, among other significant events. The photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the human cost of the First World War, a conflict that claimed the lives of millions of soldiers and civilians alike. It is a powerful reminder of the sacrifices made by individuals like Lieutenant Rail, who answered the call to duty and gave their lives in the pursuit of peace and freedom. The image of Lieutenant Rail, with its solemn and respectful tone, is a fitting tribute to the memory of this brave soldier and the countless others who made the ultimate sacrifice during the First World War. It serves as a reminder of the enduring legacy of the men and women who answered the call to duty and fought to protect the values and ideals that we hold dear today.
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