One of the most dangerous Belgian positions on the Western Front during WWI, the trench of death

One of the most dangerous Belgian positions on the Western Front during WWI, the trench of death Stock Photo
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Caroline Vancoillie / Alamy Stock Photo

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EAH3N7

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51 MB (2.2 MB Compressed download)

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5170 x 3447 px | 43.8 x 29.2 cm | 17.2 x 11.5 inches | 300dpi

Date taken:

26 October 2014

Location:

Diksmuide, Belgium

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This kilometre-long network of revetments, saps and dug-outs was one of the most dangerous Belgian positions on the Western Front, situated just 50 metres from a German bunker. As a result, the trench was subjected to almost constant fire from the Germans. The site has recently been renovated and a new visitor centre was opened. Using maps, photographs, videos and war memorabilia, the exhibition tells the story of life - and death - in the front-line.