Tag Archives: The Great War

Edward (Mick) Mannock: World War One Pilot

Posted on July 11, 2012 by brushedwithmystery

Credited with 60 kills and 73 victories, ‘Mick’ Mannock’s plane burst into flames and fell behind German lines in World War One.  There were only four months left until the end of the Great War.  His body was never recovered, … Continue reading →

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World War One Photo: Cloth Hall in Ypres

Posted on April 25, 2012 by brushedwithmystery
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World War I: Canadian Hospital After a Raid

Posted on May 28, 2011 by brushedwithmystery
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World War One Photo: Albert, on the Somme

Posted on May 23, 2011 by brushedwithmystery

I wonder what it looks like now?

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World War One Photo #2: Ypres

Posted on May 17, 2011 by brushedwithmystery

If anyone can offer insight into this photo I would appreciate it.  The back says “Ypres,” and the picture is evidently a contrast of a street scene before and after the Great War.  The date on the arch  is Roman … Continue reading →

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