Photograph of three soldiers from the Great War, middle one is Charles Hourston

Editor's Comment:
Three NCOs of the Royal Artillery. The 'L' in wreath worn by two signifies the appointment of 'Layer' - a man who could 'lay' a gun for line and elevation.

Corporal (later sergeant) 368247 Charles Hourston, Royal Garrison Artillery.

编者按：
英国皇家炮兵的三名士官（Non-Commissioned Officers，NCOs）。其中两人佩戴的花环上的“L”标志着“炮手（Layer）”这一职务——即能够为火炮调整方向与仰角的人员。

下士（后晋升为中士）368247 查尔斯·豪斯顿，英国皇家要塞炮兵部队。