Two entertainers with Scots troops, WW1
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Two entertainers with Scots troops, WW1
Two entertainers in costume, walking along a road with Scots soldiers near the Western Front during World War One. They belonged to an entertainment troupe called the Balmorals, seen here on their way to a performance. Date: circa 1916
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Entertainer Entertainers Kilt Performance Scots Troupe Walk
EDITORS COMMENTS
Amidst the harsh realities of the Western Front during World War One, moments of levity and joy were brought to the soldiers by the enterprising Balmorals, a Scottish entertainment troupe. In this evocative photograph, two members of the Balmorals, dressed in their colorful costumes, are seen walking along a muddy road with a group of Scots soldiers. The soldiers, some wearing kilts and others in uniform, laugh and chat with the entertainers as they make their way to their next performance. The Balmorals, who hailed from the Edinburgh area, traveled throughout the war-torn region bringing laughter and cheer to the weary troops. Their acts, which included music, comedy, and acrobatics, provided a much-needed respite from the horrors of the battlefield. This image, captured around 1916, is a poignant reminder of the human spirit's ability to find joy and humor even in the most challenging of circumstances. The Balmorals' legacy continues to inspire us today, as we honor the sacrifices of those who served during the Great War and celebrate the power of the arts to uplift and heal.
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