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8th August, 1918 (oil-on-linen, 107 cm x 274 cm, 1918–1919) by Will Longstaff (1879–1953), Australian official war artist.

Depicts a scene during the Battle of Amiens. The view is towards the west, looking back towards Amiens. A column of German prisoners of war being led into captivity. Meanwhile horse-drawn artillery are advancing to the east.

Australian War Memorial catalogue number ART03022

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• Battle of Amiens
• Will Longstaff