Unforgettable historical moments
A touching image of an Indian soldier during the First World War, holding a French child amidst the chaos and conflicts.
An image of the renowned German pilot during his service with Jasta 15, captured during the war.
A commemorative photo of a group of soldiers in Canada during their training period in preparation for the war.
A humanitarian scene of two soldiers enjoying a moment of rest amidst the pressures of battle.
A poignant image of two soldiers from the Indian Army receiving treatment in England.
A happy moment between a couple who married right after the end of the war.
A scene that reflects humanity even in the toughest conditions, where German war prisoners help carry wounded Canadian soldiers.
Three unidentified New Zealand soldiers riding camels with the Sphinx and a pyramid in the background during World War I.
A large group of German prisoners in France, likely photographed following the Allied advance in August 1918.
Members of the Women's Army Auxiliary Corps (W.A.A.C.) play field hockey with soldiers in France during World War I, with drying greens and convalescent home buildings visible in the background.
German troops in Finland during the Finnish Civil War, which was one of the conflicts instigated by World War I. In April 1918, Red troops, consisting of both men and women, are prepared for deportation from Hango. The conflict saw two primary factions, the "Reds" and the "Whites", vying for control of Finland. By April 1918, the Whites, bolstered by the support of thousands of German soldiers, began to gain the upper hand.
German officers celebrating the Kaiser's birthday in Rauscedo, Italy, on January 27, 1918.
Villagers interested in the arrival of British troops
These pictures highlight the diverse experiences and human stories left behind by the First World War. Each picture tells a story, and each story has a hero. Follow "Sparkle Posts" for more historical stories worth telling.
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