The Christmas Truce (25th December, 1914) were a series of widespread unofficial ceasefire during World War I, occurring along parts of the Western Front around Christmas 1914. In the week leading up to 25 December, French, German, and British soldiers crossed trenches to exchange seasonal greetings and talk.
Soldiers from opposing sides emerged from their trenches, exchanged greetings, sang carols, shared small gifts, and even played in no-man's land. This moment of humanity amidst the brutal war highlighted the shared yearning for peace, though the truce was short-lived and fighting resumed shortly afterward.
Yes, it's also sad that most wars could have been resolved without a single shot being fired. The world would be a much better place if these major conflicts didn't happen.
Really nice scene. Well done.
Nicely done and very informative!
Nice work
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Wow, a very thought provoking scene. And sad too when you think the war could have ended right there, if all sides had refused to pick up arms again. They knew they risked facing a firing squad for such an act of treason. Makes me wonder who the real enemy is. Very nice drawing as always.