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View of Rue St. Martin, Soissons, 1918 (b / w photo)
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View of Rue St. Martin, Soissons, 1918 (b / w photo)
STC406145 View of Rue St. Martin, Soissons, 1918 (b/w photo) by German Photographer (20th Century); Private Collection; (add.info.: what the French artillery had not completely destroyed, fell under heavy bombing by French flying squadrons; Battle of Soissons, July 1918; ); The Stapleton Collection; German, out of copyright
Media ID 23489888
© The Stapleton Collection / Bridgeman Images
Aftermath Bomb Damage Bombed Devastation Masonry Remains Rubble Ruined Wreckage 1914 1918 1914 1918 Wwi Ww One First World War 1914 1918 Great War
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This print captures the haunting view of Rue St. Martin in Soissons, France, in 1918. Taken by an anonymous German photographer during the tumultuous period of World War I, this image showcases the devastating aftermath of war. The city lies in ruins as a result of both French artillery and heavy bombing by French flying squadrons. What remains is a scene of destruction and wreckage, with buildings reduced to rubble and facades crumbling under the weight of devastation. The streets are littered with masonry and debris, serving as a grim reminder of the horrors that unfolded during the Battle of Soissons in July 1918. Amidst this desolation stands a lone soldier, his presence highlighting the human toll exacted by war. His figure adds scale to the vastness of destruction surrounding him – a stark contrast against what was once a bustling town filled with life. This photograph serves as a poignant testament to the immense impact that warfare can have on architecture and communities alike. It encapsulates not only the physical damage caused but also symbolizes how friendly fire can inadvertently contribute to further ruin. Preserved within private collections today, this image offers us an opportunity to reflect on history's darkest moments while reminding us never to forget those who endured such hardships during one of humanity's greatest conflicts – World War I.
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