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Grenadier Guards in London 1914
The 2nd Battalion Grenadier Guards march through London in their campaign kit. They are headed by Major Edward Henry Trotter (1872-1916), who had lost an arm during the Second Boer War. By the end of August 1914 Trotter had been placed in command of the 18th Battalion, The Kings (Liverpool Regiment). He lost his lfe on the front line in July 1916, during German bombardment at the Somme.
9 August 1914
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© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
Battalion Campaign Grenadier Guards Major Trotter
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In this evocative photograph, the 2nd Battalion Grenadier Guards make their way through the streets of London on August 9, 1914, as the shadows of war loomed ominously on the horizon. Clad in their campaign kit, the soldiers march with a sense of purpose and determination, their faces a mix of resolve and apprehension. Leading the charge is Major Edward Henry Trotter (1872-1916), a decorated veteran of the Second Boer War who had lost his arm during the conflict. Despite his disability, Trotter had proven himself to be an exceptional leader, and by the end of August 1914, he had been placed in command of the 18th Battalion, The Kings (Liverpool Regiment). The image captures a moment of history as the British military prepared to defend their homeland against the impending threat of war. The Grenadier Guards, one of the most prestigious regiments in the British Army, were at the forefront of this effort, and Trotter, with his inspiring leadership, was a key figure in their ranks. Tragically, Trotter's story did not have a happy ending. He lost his life on the front line in July 1916, during the German bombardment at the Somme. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by the brave men and women who answered the call to duty during the First World War. The photograph, taken by the Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans, is a powerful testament to the indomitable spirit of the British military during a time of great upheaval and uncertainty. It stands as a reminder of the courage and resilience of those who served, and the sacrifices they made for their country.
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