Lord Kitchener leaving the War Office
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Lord Kitchener leaving the War Office
Lord Kitchener (1850-1916), in his first public appearance as Secretary for War, leaving the War Office to attend his first cabinet meeting. On the steps in the light-coloured top hat is Mr F E Smith, MP, Chief of the new Press Bureau (responsible for newspaper censorship). Date: 1914
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1850 Appearance Attend Bureau Cabinet Censorship Chief Kitchener Leaving Meeting Newspaper Office Press Secretary Smith
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In this historic photograph, taken on December 21, 1914, Lord Kitchener, the new Secretary for War, makes his first public appearance at the War Office before attending his first cabinet meeting. Dressed in a dark suit and wearing a light-coloured top hat, Lord Kitchener confidently strides down the steps of the War Office, accompanied by Mr F E Smith, MP, the Chief of the new Press Bureau. At the outbreak of World War I, Lord Kitchener, a renowned military leader and statesman, was tasked with organizing and leading the British Army to victory. His appointment as Secretary for War marked a significant moment in the war effort, as the country looked to him for leadership and strength during this critical time. The importance of this image lies not only in the historical significance of Lord Kitchener's first public appearance as Secretary for War but also in the presence of Mr Smith, the Chief of the new Press Bureau. The Press Bureau was established to control and censor the press during wartime, ensuring that the public was only exposed to information that was favorable to the war effort and did not undermine morale. The photograph captures a pivotal moment in British history, with two key figures stepping out into the public eye to shape the course of the war and the nation's response to it. The image is a testament to the power of leadership and the role of communication in shaping public opinion during times of crisis. Lord Kitchener's departure from the War Office set the stage for his transformative role in the war effort, while Mr Smith's position as Chief of the Press Bureau marked the beginning of a new era in media control and censorship. This photograph is an essential addition to any collection of historical images, providing a unique glimpse into the past and shedding light on the people and events that shaped the course of World War I.
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