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Contrastes sur le front de la Somme; La moisson derriere le champ de bataille, 1916 Creator: Unknown
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Contrastes sur le front de la Somme; La moisson derriere le champ de bataille, 1916 Creator: Unknown
Contrastes sur le front de la Somme; La moisson derriere le champ de bataille : au premier plan, un trou d'obus, 1916. From "Collection de la Guerre IV. L'Illustration Tome CXLVIII. La Guerre Juillet, Aout, Septembre, Octobre, Novembre, Decembre 1916"
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Contrast Crops Farmer Harvest Harvesting Picardy France Western Front Armed Services Battlefield Shell Crater
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Contrastes sur le front de la Somme; La moisson derrière le champ de bataille
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(Contrasts on the Somme Front: Harvesting Behind the Battlefield), created in 1916, is an evocative photograph that captures the stark contrast between the peaceful scene of harvesting and the devastation of the battlefield. The image, from the "Collection de la Guerre IV. L'Illustration Tome CXLVIII. La Guerre Juillet, Aout, Septembre, Octobre, Novembre, Décembre 1916," depicts a farmer and his team of horses working in a field, surrounded by ripe crops and golden harvest. In the foreground, however, a shell crater from the Battle of the Somme disrupts the idyllic scene, serving as a grim reminder of the ongoing conflict. The photograph was taken in Picardy, France, during the First World War, around 1916. The image captures the rural life of the region, which was disrupted by the war. The men in the photograph are not soldiers but farmers, performing their daily tasks, despite the danger lurking nearby. The contrast between the peaceful scene of farming and the destruction of the battlefield highlights the harsh realities of rural life during wartime. The photograph is a poignant reminder of the contrasting experiences of war and rural life during the First World War. It also emphasizes the resilience of the people, who continued to work the land, despite the constant threat of danger. The image is a powerful testament to the enduring spirit of the rural communities during a time of great upheaval and hardship. The creator of the photograph is unknown, adding to its mystery and intrigue. The image is a valuable historical document, providing insight into the daily life of rural communities during the First World War and the stark contrast between the peaceful scenes of rural life and the devastation of the battlefield.
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