Haughty Prussians with machine-guns captured by "Old Contemptibles" in our advance at Pozieres 1916 - 1918

This stereoscopic image by Realistic Travels depicts a group of German soldiers captured by British troops during the Battle of Pozières in 1916-18. The image shows the prisoners, likely Prussian soldiers, being marched down a muddy road, a stark reminder of the harsh realities of WWI. "Old Contemptibles" refers to the British Expeditionary Force, the first British troops sent to the Western Front. This snapshot captures a poignant moment of a pivotal battle, showcasing the human cost of war.