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A Salonique; Miliciens cretois don't la tenue toute noire est curieuse, 1916. Creator: Unknown
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A Salonique; Miliciens cretois don't la tenue toute noire est curieuse, 1916. Creator: Unknown
A Salonique; Miliciens cretois don't la tenue toute noire est curieuse, 1916. From "L'Album de la Guerre 1914-1919, Volume 1" [L'Illustration, Paris, 1924]
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Conflict Cretan Crete Lillustration Macedonia Greece Macedonian Front Militia Militiaman Militiamen Salonica Salonika Campaign Salonika Front Salonika Macedonia Greece Thessalonika Salonika Greece Troops Armed Services
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A Salonique; Miliciens Cretes don't la tenue toute noire est curieuse
EDITORS COMMENTS
(The Cretan Militiamen of Salonique, Their Curious Uniform is Not Entirely Black), 1916, is a captivating photograph from the First World War era. The image, published in "L'Album de la Guerre 1914-1919, Volume 1" by L'Illustration, Paris, 1924, depicts a group of Cretan militiamen stationed at the Salonika Front in Macedonia, Greece. The photograph captures the men in an informal setting, gathered around what appears to be a makeshift table, surrounded by tents and military equipment. Their uniforms, a curious contrast to the usual all-black attire of soldiers during wartime, are a mix of white and black. The men wear white shirts, trousers, and headscarves, with black belts and accents. Some hold weapons, while others engage in conversation or laugh among themselves. The Salonika Campaign, also known as the Salonika Front or the Macedonian Front, was a significant theatre of the First World War. It lasted from October 1915 to September 1918 and involved the involvement of French, British, Greek, and other Allied forces against the Central Powers. The Cretan militiamen, who were part of the Greek army, played an essential role in the campaign. This photograph offers a rare glimpse into the daily life of soldiers during wartime, revealing the human side of the conflict. It also highlights the diversity of the armed forces and the unique experiences of different regions and communities during the First World War. The photograph remains an intriguing reminder of the complexities and nuances of the war, and the resilience and determination of those who fought in it.
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