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An abandoned field gun of the Austrian army after their defeat by the Servians during World War I, from The Illustrated War News, 1915 (b / w photo)
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An abandoned field gun of the Austrian army after their defeat by the Servians during World War I, from The Illustrated War News, 1915 (b / w photo)
KW403269 An abandoned field gun of the Austrian army after their defeat by the Servians during World War I, from The Illustrated War News, 1915 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection
Media ID 25471470
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Ammunition Artillery Boxes Casualty Corpse Crate Machine Gun Machinery 1914 1918 Defensive Weapon Great War Infantry Weapon War Scene War Zone
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This photograph captures the haunting aftermath of a fierce battle during World War I. In the frame, an abandoned field gun of the Austrian army stands as a silent witness to their defeat at the hands of the Servians. The image, taken by an English photographer in 1915 for The Illustrated War News, portrays a scene filled with devastation and loss. The foreground is dominated by a soldier's box, left behind amidst scattered ammunition crates. It serves as a poignant reminder of the casualties suffered on this war-torn landscape. Nearby lies a lifeless body, symbolizing the ultimate sacrifice made by countless individuals caught in this global conflict. The abandoned field gun itself stands tall but powerless, its once mighty artillery now rendered useless. This powerful machinery was once instrumental in shaping battles and claiming lives; now it serves as nothing more than a relic of past violence. Through this photograph, we are transported back to one of history's darkest chapters - World War I. It encapsulates not only the horrors faced by soldiers on both sides but also highlights the futility and tragic consequences of war itself. Ken Welsh's masterful composition captures every detail with precision and depth. As we gaze upon this print from Fine Art Finder's private collection, we are compelled to reflect on humanity's capacity for destruction while hoping that such scenes will never be repeated again.
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