Douaumont Collection

Aerial view of the bombardment of Fort Douaumont, Verdun

Ossuary of Douaumont near Verdun, Meuse, Lorraine, Alsace-Champagne-Ardenne-Lorraine, Grand Est, France

Verdun Victims remains still in temporary Ossuary in 1927, awaiting definitive internment. See 10412369 for an earlier shot of the same location. Date: 1927

Jusqu au Bout, 1916 (colour litho)
CHT277834 Jusqu au Bout, 1916 (colour litho) by Monge, Jules (1855-1934); Private Collection; (add.info.: To the Very End ; French soldier writing a graffiti on a ruined wall at Verdun; expression of)

La Gare de Verdun, La Porte de France, Douaumont, Rives de la Meuse (photo)
963794 La Gare de Verdun, La Porte de France, Douaumont, Rives de la Meuse (photo) by Gervais-Courtellemont, Jules (1863-1931) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: La Gare de Verdun)

German army at Fort Douaumont, France, WW1
Artists impression of the German army by night at Fort Douaumont, north eastern France, during the First World War. The village of Douaumont was destroyed during the Battle of Verdun

Oberleutnant von Brandis who stormed Fort Douaumont
Oberleutnant von Brandis (left) in command of German troops who stormed and took Fort Douaumont in the early days of the Battle of Verdun in World War One

Aerial photograph of battlefield, Douaumont, France, WW1
Aerial photograph (French) of the battlefield north of Douaumont, north eastern France, during the First World War. The village of Douaumont was destroyed during the Battle of Verdun

Aerial photograph, Fort Douaumont, France, WW1
Aerial photograph (British) of a bomb exploding in Fort Douaumont, north eastern France, during the First World War. The village of Douaumont was destroyed during the Battle of Verdun

Von Brandis and German officers in 1916
German officers who took Fort Douaumont on 25th February 1916 during the Battle of Verdun during World War One. Cordt von Brandis (1888-1972) is on the right. Date: 1916

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"Douaumont: A Haunting Reminder of Verdun's Devastation" This aerial view captures the relentless bombardment that Fort Douaumont endured during the infamous Battle of Verdun. The once mighty fortress, now reduced to ruins, stands as a testament to the horrors of war. In this poignant image, we witness the remains of countless victims still housed in a temporary ossuary near Douaumont. These brave souls paid the ultimate sacrifice and their memory lives on within these sacred walls. Located in Meuse, Lorraine, Alsace-Champagne-Ardenne-Lorraine region of Grand Est, France, the Ossuary serves as a solemn reminder of the immense human toll exacted by World War I. It stands as a symbol of remembrance and reflection for generations to come. The vivid lithograph titled "Jusqu au Bout" transports us back to 1916 when vibrant colors contrasted with grim reality. It depicts La Gare de Verdun and La Porte de France at Douaumont against the backdrop of Rives de la Meuse - an idyllic scene forever marred by war's devastation. German soldiers are captured in this rare photograph at Fort Douaumont during WWI. Their presence reminds us that both sides suffered unimaginable losses amidst fierce battles fought on these very grounds. Once again, we are drawn to the Ossuary near Verdun where fallen heroes find their final resting place. This powerful image emphasizes its significance not only as a memorial but also as a site for contemplation and reverence. Oberleutnant von Brandis emerges from history books into our consciousness - his name forever linked with storming Fort Douaumont. His bravery exemplifies the courage displayed by soldiers on both sides who faced death head-on in this unforgiving landscape. Aerial photographs provide us with an unparalleled perspective on battlefield conditions at Douaumont.