Men of the 16th Lancers in a farmyard
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Men of the 16th Lancers in a farmyard
A member of the 16th Lancers taking observations up a ladder, watched by his colleagues under cover of a farmyard.
circa 1911
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Binoculars Colleagues Farm Yard Ladder Lancer Lancers Observation Observations Recce Rifle Roof Thatch Thatched Weapon
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This evocative photograph captures a moment of quiet intensity in the daily routine of the Men of the 16th Lancers during the early 20th century. The image, taken circa 1911, depicts a soldier climbing a ladder in a thatched farmyard, his colleagues looking on from below. The soldier, dressed in the distinctive uniform of the 16th Lancers, is carefully observing the surrounding countryside through a pair of binoculars. The farmyard, with its red-tiled roof and farm buildings, provides a stark contrast to the soldiers' military attire and weapons. The 16th Lancers, also known as the Queen's Lancers, were a cavalry regiment of the British Army, renowned for their reconnaissance and scouting abilities. In this role, they would often be deployed to observe enemy movements and report back to their commanders. The use of ladders and other makeshift vantage points was a common tactic employed by the Lancers to gain a better view of the terrain and enemy positions. The photograph offers a glimpse into the daily life of these soldiers, who would spend long hours on horseback, scouring the countryside for any signs of enemy activity. The image also serves as a reminder of the close relationship between the army and the rural communities they were deployed to protect. The farmyard, with its thatched buildings and livestock, provides a sense of the pastoral idyll that would have been a familiar sight to the soldiers as they carried out their duties. Overall, this photograph is a fascinating insight into the life of the Men of the 16th Lancers during a period of peace before the outbreak of the First World War. It captures the sense of focus and determination that would have been required of these soldiers as they carried out their vital reconnaissance missions.
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