c1917 TYPE-1 PRESS PHOTOGRAPH, WWI CAVALRY MEN SLEEP IN GROUND IN EXHAUSTION- 15

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ca. 1917 Type-1 Press Photograph, WWI Cavalry Men Sleep on the Ground in Exhaustion. This photo shows an equestrian camp for the cavalry riders. There is tack and gear everywhere. Someone started a small campfire. But the men seem to have just collapsed in sheer exhaustion to the ground, wrapped in their coats. There are no tents, blankets nor pillows for this bunch. In the background you can see lots the horses tethered to make-shift hitching rails. This photo was printed on heavy cardboard, and was in turn mounted on a while card stock. We believe there is no printing on the back.This unique and historical photo is in excellent condition. The corners have very minor damage, but the edges are perfect. The surface is impeccable. Please see all of the photos above.
Item 484900-15 ◊ ca. 1917 Type-1 Press Photograph, WWI Cavalry Men Sleep on the Ground in Exhaustion
Rare and fantastic photographs, "ca. 1917 Type-1 Press Photograph, WWI Cavalry Men Sleep on the Ground in Exhaustion."
This amazing  WWI Type 1 Press Photograph measures measures approx. 8-1/2" X 5-1/2” (≈19.1 cm. X 14 cm.)
This photo shows an equestrian camp for the cavalry riders.  There is tack and gear everywhere.  From the smoke it appears, that
someone started a small campfire.  But the men seem to have just collapsed in sheer exhaustion to the ground, wrapped in their coats.   There are no tents, blankets, nor pillows for this bunch.  In the background you can see lots the horses tethered to make-shift hitching rails.
Horses have been used in warfare since around 1500 BC.  They were used in the Civil War, the Napoleonic Wars, and the Spanish-American War.   So there was no reason to believe that horses would not be valuable in the Great War.  The military mainly used horses for logistical support; they were better than mechanized vehicles at traveling through deep mud and over rough terrain. Horses were used for reconnaissance and for carrying messengers, as well as pulling artillery, ambulances, and supply wagons. The presence of horses often increased morale among the soldiers at the front.
BUT
the animals contributed to disease and poor sanitation in camps, caused by their manure and carcasses. The value of horses was having decreasing value, and a tactical decision was made to "not replace" them.  By the end of the war horses were in short supply for all sides.
This photo was printed on heavy cardboard, and  was in turn mounted on a white card stock.  We believe there is no printing on the back.
This unique and historical photo is in excellent condition.  The corners have very minor damage, but the edges are perfect.  The surface is impeccable.
PLEASE NOTE: This is an original, ca. 1917 Type 1 Press Photograph - it is not a reprint, reissue, reproduction or modern printing but was printed from the original negative, by the original copyright holder shortly after the Photograph was taken - certainly less than 2 years which is the standard for Type 1 designation. The image is unconditionally guaranteed to be deemed an original, Type 1 Press Photo by any third party authentication."
Unique and historical "ca. 1917 Type-1 Press Photograph, WWI Cavalry Men Sleep on the Ground in Exhaustion," and a great addition to any WWI photo collection.
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