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Corso Italia in Trieste, Italy. A group of people are observing a German truck burnt out and on the corner, the lifeless body of a soldier
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Corso Italia in Trieste, Italy. A group of people are observing a German truck burnt out and on the corner, the lifeless body of a soldier
Corso Italia in Trieste, Italy. A group of people are observing a German truck burnt out and on the corner, the lifeless body of a soldier Trieste. Date of Photograph:02/05/1945
Wulz, Marion
WSA-F-003422-0000
Media ID 33276825
© Alinari Archives, Florence
Contemporary History Subjects Death Truck World War Ii By Land On The Road
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Corso Italia - Witnessing the Aftermath of War in Trieste, Italy
EDITORS COMMENTS
. In this poignant print captured by Marion Wulz on February 5th, 1945, we are transported to Corso Italia in Trieste, Italy. The image reveals a chilling scene that encapsulates the devastating impact of World War II on both the physical landscape and human lives. As our gaze is drawn towards the center of the frame, we see a group of people huddled together, their faces etched with shock and sorrow. Their collective attention is fixated on a German truck engulfed in flames—a haunting symbol of destruction and chaos. The charred remains serve as a stark reminder of the violence that unfolded during wartime. However, it is at the corner where our eyes ultimately rest upon an even more heart-wrenching sight—the lifeless body of a fallen soldier. This solemn figure lying motionless represents not only an individual lost but also signifies the immense toll war exacts on humanity. Wulz's composition skillfully captures not just physical aspects such as road avenues and urban structures but delves deeper into psychological dimensions as well. Through her lens, she invites us to contemplate themes of death, age, and resilience amidst unimaginable circumstances. This photograph serves as a powerful testament to contemporary history subjects—bearing witness to one moment within an intricate tapestry woven by countless stories from World War II. It reminds us that behind every historical event lies personal narratives waiting to be heard. Let this image transport you back in time—an evocative reminder that even amidst devastation there exists hope for healing and rebuilding shattered societies.
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