Dragging two artillery horses on Western Front by Matania
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Dragging two artillery horses on Western Front by Matania
Dragging two artillery horses from a mud hole on the Western Front to prevent them being nearly drowned in a muddy pool. In the background, a third horse, already rescued is rubbed down of the largest lumps of mud. Date: 1917
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Dragging Two Artillery Horses from a Mud Hole on the Western Front, 1917 Description: This poignant image, created by renowned war artist Fortunino Matania in 1917, captures the raw reality of life on the Western Front during World War I. Two weary soldiers, their faces etched with the grime and exhaustion of battle, work together to drag two artillery horses from a deep, muddy pool. The horses, struggling against the mire, are on the brink of being nearly drowned. In the background, a third horse, already rescued, is being rubbed down by another soldier, its coat glistening with the largest lumps of mud being removed. The scene is a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by both men and animals during the war. The muddy terrain was a constant challenge for soldiers and their horses, making movement and supply lines a difficult and often treacherous endeavor. This powerful image, with its raw emotion and sense of struggle, offers a glimpse into the harsh conditions faced by those on the front lines. Keywords: World War I, WWI, Western Front, artillery, horses, horse, soldiers, men, rescue, rescuing, mud, muddy pool, 1917, dragging, Fortunino Matania, war art, war artist, military history, military art, military history art, military art history, historical art, historical photography, World War I art, World War I history, World War I photography.
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