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Verdun Cathedral after a German Bombing, 1914 (colour litho)
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Verdun Cathedral after a German Bombing, 1914 (colour litho)
938547 Verdun Cathedral after a German Bombing, 1914 (colour litho) by Flameng, Francois (1856-1923) (after); Private Collection; French, out of copyright
Media ID 22220826
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1914 18 Bombardment Bombing Bombings Cathedrals Damage Devastation Rubble Ruined Verdun 1914 1918 1914 1918 Wwi Ww One Bombed Out First World War 1914 1918 Great War
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This print captures the haunting aftermath of a German bombing on Verdun Cathedral in 1914 during World War I. The colour lithograph, created by Francois Flameng and now part of a private collection, portrays the devastating impact of war on this iconic French cathedral. The image showcases a group of men standing amidst the ruins and rubble left behind by the destructive bombardment. Their solemn expressions reflect both their resilience in the face of destruction and their grief for what has been lost. The damaged cathedral looms in the background, its once majestic architecture now reduced to fragments. Verdun Cathedral serves as a powerful symbol not only for France but also for the wider devastation caused by World War I. This photograph offers viewers a glimpse into the immense scale of destruction inflicted upon buildings and cities during this tumultuous period in history. As we observe this scene frozen in time, we are reminded of the countless lives forever altered by war. It serves as a poignant reminder that even grand structures like cathedrals can be reduced to ruins when faced with such violence. This print is an evocative testament to human perseverance amidst unimaginable devastation, serving as an important historical document that allows us to reflect on the profound impact of war on our world.
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