| Place | Europe: France |
|---|---|
| Accession Number | ART00147 |
| Collection type | Art |
| Measurement | Overall: 28 x 44 cm |
| Object type | Work on paper |
| Physical description | pencil on paper |
| Maker |
Blucher, Charles Robert |
| Place made | France |
| Date made | 1918 |
| Conflict |
First World War, 1914-1918 |
| Copyright |
Item copyright: Copyright expired - public domain
|
HQ of 22, 23rd Battalions, May 1918, The Monastery "White Chateau", Bois L'abbe
Description
Drawing of a monastery, the "White Chateau" in France. The Maison du Bois l'Abbe, near Villers-Bretonneux, on the Amiens Road to France. At this time it was used as a headquarters for support battalions and an Advanced Dressing Station was located in the basement (entrance between the steps). Soldiers are standing around the front steps.