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At a Serbian outpost on a single track railway bridge on the Nish-Salonika Railway, guards stand to arms in the early hours of the morning having heard suspicious sounds. The railway line had already been the scene of many Bulgar attacks. Date: October 1915
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In the early hours of October 1915, at a Serbian outpost on the Nish-Salonika Railway, a sense of unease hung heavy in the air. The stillness of the night was shattered by the sound of footsteps and rustling leaves, echoing through the dense forest that surrounded the single track railway bridge. Guards, alert and on high alert, stood to arms, their rifles at the ready. The railway line had already been the scene of numerous Bulgar attacks, and the Serbian forces knew that another assault could come at any moment. The Serbian outpost, located in the strategic region of Matania Fortunino, was a crucial point of defense against the advancing Bulgarian army. The First World War was raging on, and the Balkans were a hotbed of conflict. The Serbian forces were determined to protect their territory and hold off the enemy advance. The guards scanned the darkness, their eyes straining to make out any movement. The moon cast a pale glow over the landscape, revealing the rugged terrain and the twisted branches of the trees. The sound of the river nearby added to the eerie silence, creating a tense atmosphere. Despite the danger, the Serbian soldiers remained vigilant, their spirits unbroken. They knew that the fate of their country depended on their ability to defend against the Bulgar attacks. The railway bridge was a vital link in their supply chain, and its protection was essential for the continuation of their resistance. As the sun began to rise, the tension in the air began to dissipate. The guards reported their findings to their commanding officer, and the outpost returned to its usual routine. But the memory of that night remained etched in their minds, a reminder of the constant threat of war and the importance of their role in defending their homeland.
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