111 When describing his colleagues in the field, Rider-Rider often referred to those artists and photographers who “would go anywhere” with the utmost respect. For Rider-Rider, the role of official photographer—or artist, or cameraman—meant putting oneself in harm’s way just as any other member of the Canadian Expeditionary Force was required to do. When asked why he was willing to go up the line, his answer was simple: “I had the appointment as the official photographer of the Canadian forces.” 14 15 16 17 18 The GreatWar William Rider-Rider, O-3182: Wounded Canadians advancing near Remy passing wrecked trucks on Arras-Cambrai road. Shell bursting on left, September 1918, Seaforth Highlanders Regimental Archives, 2018.413.3182.
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