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A German prisoners column goes by before the population, through the roads of Amiens. The prisoners are escorted by the French soldiers
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A German prisoners column goes by before the population, through the roads of Amiens. The prisoners are escorted by the French soldiers
A German prisoners column goes by before the population, through the roads of Amiens. The prisoners are escorted by the French soldiers. France Amiens. Date of Photograph:1914 - 1918
Unidentified Author
FVQ-F-068551-0000
Media ID 33291050
© Alinari Archives, Florence
Armed Forces Armed Forces And Military Life Armor Arms Contemporary History Subjects Europeans France Germany History Of Contemporary Nations Landscape With Road Military Equipment Person And Social Status Populations Prisoner Rifle Soldier Territories World War I By Land Ethnography And Folklore On The Road Population And Nationality Society And Politics View Of The Country With Action
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This photograph, taken by an unidentified author from Alinari, transports us back in time to the tumultuous period of World War I. The scene unfolds on the roads of Amiens, France, where a solemn procession is taking place. A column of German prisoners marches before the watchful eyes of the local population, their heads held low as they are escorted by French soldiers. The image captures a moment that speaks volumes about the consequences and realities of war. The weary expressions etched on the faces of both captives and captors reveal the toll that conflict takes on humanity. Each soldier carries a rifle, a symbol not only of power but also vulnerability – for even those who wield arms can become prisoners themselves. The landscape surrounding this somber parade adds another layer to its significance. A road stretches into the distance, leading us to ponder what lies beyond – perhaps more battles or newfound peace? In contrast to this uncertain path ahead stands a cart wheelbarrow nearby; an ordinary object amidst extraordinary circumstances. Beyond its historical context, this photograph offers insights into society and politics during this era. It reflects upon notions such as personhood and social status within populations and nationalities at war. Moreover, it invites contemplation about European identity and ethnicity as represented by Germany's presence in France. As we gaze upon this powerful snapshot frozen in time between 1914-1918, let us remember those whose lives were forever altered by these events. May it serve as a reminder that behind every statistic or battle strategy lies real people with hopes, fears, dreams - all caught up in history's unrelenting tide.
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