Old World War One Pictures

[Scott7117]

Here are some ancient pictures from World War One taken by my great grandfather, while he was there. These might be rare I have no clue. I'll post a few for you guys. Sorry I know they're a little small.

 

[Antarctican]

I would think they're relatively rare, but someone else more knowledgeable will hopefully chime in. It's definitely interesting to see how they were outfitted, the terrain/conditions where they were stationed, and I think that last one shows the soldier preparing food? Thanks for sharing.

 

[Sirashley]

Man those are amazing... I am a history major and I can tell you those are certainly rare. Any personal photos of WWI are certainly rare... If I was you I would contact a historical society with those Photos. The photos are considered a Primary Resource to historians, which is the most valuable type of resource you can have when it comes to researching a subject. I'm sure there are historians who would love to have a look at the actual photos...

 

[nealjpage]

Those are def cool! We came across a whole mess of WWII pics when my dad's uncle died. Let me tell you: that guy was twisted.

Can you post them a bit larger so we can see more detail?

 

[Scott7117]

Those are def cool! We came across a whole mess of WWII pics when my dad's uncle died. Let me tell you: that guy was twisted.

Can you post them a bit larger so we can see more detail?

I'll see what I can do. They weren't all that big to begin with but I'll try.

I'm glad everyone likes these pictures. I really like the second one, with the soldier holding the two stick grenades.

 

[Antarctican]

I'm glad everyone likes these pictures. I really like the second one, with the soldier holding the two stick grenades.

I couldn't tell that's what he was holding. That one's quite hard to see on my monitor

 

[eterrisinCYQX]

I couldn't tell that's what he was holding. That one's quite hard to see on my monitor

Mine too, looks kind of blown out like age has gotten to it.

Still awesome stuff, and, with the OP's permission of course, I'll print these for a History project.

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[Scott7117]

Mine too, looks kind of blown out like age has gotten to it.

Still awesome stuff, and, with the OP's permission of course, I'll print these for a History project.

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Of course man. Go for it. Hope you get a good grade.

I'm almost positive that the soldier is holding stick grenades. It may be tough to see them in this picture though. My scanner isn't exactly top-o-the-line.