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Memorial to Sgt Pavlik, RAF, near Dranouter, 5 May 1942
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Memorial to Sgt Pavlik, RAF, near Dranouter, 5 May 1942
Memorial to Sgt Pavlik, RAF, near Dranouter, 5 May 1942 Date: 2016
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This poignant photograph captures the Memorial to Sergeant Pavlik of the Royal Air Force, located near the small Belgian town of Dranouter. The memorial was unveiled on May 5, 1942, in memory of Sergeant Pavlik, who made the ultimate sacrifice during World War I. Sergeant Pavlik, whose full name is not known, was a brave airman who served in the British Royal Flying Corps during the First World War. He was part of the 1st Battalion of the Royal Flying Corps, which was based in the Ypres-Ieper region of Belgium. The area was a significant battleground during the war, with fierce fighting taking place between Allied and German forces. The memorial stands as a testament to the bravery and sacrifice of Sergeant Pavlik and all the other soldiers who fought and died in this region during the First World War. The inscription on the memorial reads, "In memory of Sergeant Pavlik R.F.C. who gave his life for his country near Dranouter, May 5, 1917." The photograph was taken in 2016, over 100 years after the event it commemorates. The memorial, which is located in a quiet and peaceful area, continues to be a reminder of the sacrifices made by soldiers during the First World War. The image captures the solemn and reflective atmosphere surrounding the memorial, with the rolling hills and blue sky in the background adding to the sense of tranquility and reverence. This photograph is a powerful reminder of the human cost of war and the importance of remembering those who have given their lives in the service of their country. It is a poignant and moving tribute to Sergeant Pavlik and all the other soldiers who made the ultimate sacrifice during the First World War.
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