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Despite restrictions—such as bans on personal cameras for British soldiers—many soldiers defied these rules, capturing candid images of war life. These amateur photos, often anonymous, number in the thousands and provided an unfiltered glimpse into the daily realities faced by soldiers of all nations involved in the conflict. Unlike letters, which could be censored or edited, photographs were difficult to manipulate, making them a powerful medium for authentic storytelling.