French and Belgian uniform
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French and Belgian uniform
On the left, French infantrymen wearing the Mignonette grey-green field service dress uniform. On the right a lancer of the Belgian Guides Corps in his khaki uniform. Date: August 1914
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Belgian Corps Guides Infantrymen Khaki Lancer Mignonette Uniforms
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This evocative photograph captures the stark contrast between French and Belgian soldiers, both poised for battle in the early days of World War I. On the left, a group of French infantrymen are seen dressed in their Mignonette grey-green field service uniforms. The uniform, introduced in 1913, was designed to provide better camouflage for soldiers in the field. The infantrymen are shown with their rifles slung over their shoulders, ready for action. On the right, a lancer of the Belgian Guides Corps stands proudly in his khaki uniform. The Belgian Guides Corps was a volunteer unit, formed in 1909, which served as scouts and skirmishers. Their khaki uniforms, similar to those worn by British troops, provided excellent camouflage in the Belgian countryside. The date on the photograph is August 1914, just weeks after the outbreak of war. The French and Belgian troops are shown in a peaceful moment before the horrors of the battlefield would claim countless lives. The photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the unity and determination of the Allied forces in the face of the German invasion. As the first great conflict of the 20th century, World War I had a profound impact on the world. Millions of soldiers from across Europe and beyond were mobilized, and the war resulted in the deaths of over 8 million soldiers and civilians. This photograph offers a glimpse into the past, providing a window into the uniforms and preparations of the soldiers who fought in the war.
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