WW1 - Gas attacks near Canadian lines, October 1916
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WW1 - Gas attacks near Canadian lines, October 1916
WW1 - Exploding gas shells used by the Germans near the Canadian front line in Guillemont, France, October 1916. Date: 1916
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This haunting image captures the terrifying reality of the gas attacks that took place near the Canadian front lines in Guillemont, France, during October 1916, during the First World War. The photograph depicts the explosive moment as German forces launch a gas attack against the Allied forces. The air is thick with the acrid smell of poison gas as exploding shells fill the sky with a menacing orange glow. The Canadians, dressed in heavy coats and gas masks, are seen huddled together, their faces masked and their expressions a mix of fear and determination. The use of chemical weapons marked a new and brutal chapter in the war, with both sides employing chlorine, phosgene, and mustard gas to gain an advantage on the battlefield. The attack on Guillemont was one of the most intense and costly engagements of the war for the Canadians, resulting in heavy casualties and a significant loss of life. This poignant image serves as a reminder of the horrors of war and the sacrifices made by soldiers during this pivotal moment in history.
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