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A missing Londoner! An English M. E. T. motor- bus in the hands of the Germans
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A missing Londoner! An English M. E. T. motor- bus in the hands of the Germans
STC312538 A missing Londoner! An English M.E.T. motor- bus in the hands of the Germans and put to use by them, from The Illustrated War News (b/w photo) by German Photographer (20th Century); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; German, out of copyright
Media ID 22357770
© The Stapleton Collection / Bridgeman Images
Civilian Civilians German City Guarding Mobilisation Stolen 1914 1918 1914 1918 Wwi Ww One First World War 1914 1918 Great War London Bus Troop Transport
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This photograph captures a remarkable scene from the tumultuous era of World War I. Titled "A missing Londoner! An English M. E. T. motor-bus in the hands of the Germans" it showcases an astonishing sight that speaks volumes about the chaos and upheaval of war. In this image, we see a stolen London bus, once familiar to bustling streets filled with civilians, now repurposed by German forces during their occupation. The bus stands as a symbol of both conquest and adaptation, representing how ordinary objects can be transformed in times of conflict. The juxtaposition is striking; against the backdrop of a German city, soldiers guard this unlikely mode of transportation turned troop transport. It serves as a poignant reminder that even amidst war's destruction, life continues to move forward - albeit in unexpected ways. Photographed by an anonymous German photographer from The Illustrated War News collection, this historical artifact provides us with invaluable insight into the mobilization efforts and resourcefulness displayed during World War I. As we observe this snapshot frozen in time, we are transported back to an era where nations clashed and societies were forever altered. Preserved within private collections like The Stapleton Collection and made available through Bridgeman Images' Fine Art Finder platform, these photographs allow us to delve deeper into our shared history while honoring those who lived through such extraordinary circumstances.
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