German Sick- Captured at Messines, in a Canadian Hospital 1917

"German Sick- Captured at Messines, in a Canadian Hospital" is an oil painting by William Orpen created in 1917. It depicts a scene of a German soldier being tended to by a Canadian nurse in a makeshift hospital tent during World War I. The painting captures the harsh realities of war and the toll it took on soldiers, highlighting the importance of medical care in a time of conflict. Orpen's work is known for its realism and attention to detail, which brings the scene to life and allows viewers to connect with the human stories behind the war.