War Correspondence

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

I like this a lot.  A representation of war that is restrained, thoughtful and moving.  Images and words by war artist and former paratrooper Derek Eland.  Full exhibition at the Imperial War Museum North in Manchester.

 

Discussion (6 Comments)

  1. David White says:

    Very powerful, personal and full of humanity. Thanks.

    Those soldiers must have used the best pens to write those notes…

  2. Peter says:

    Too right – nobody ever wrote anything good without a Mont Blanc…

  3. …the pen is as mighty as the sword….in the correct hands….

  4. ciara says:

    ahem. IWMN is in Salford not Manchester. small point but quite a touchy one for many Salfordians

  5. Peter says:

    Sorry:) That’s what happens when you let a Londoner post on your blog…

  6. ciara says:

    s’ok i’m from manchester and we’re better anyway

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