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Dans la Bataille; La protection de la voie ferree Amiens-Paris: un section d'infanterie... 1918. Creator: Unknown
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Dans la Bataille; La protection de la voie ferree Amiens-Paris: un section d'infanterie... 1918. Creator: Unknown
Dans la Bataille; La protection de la voie ferree Amiens-Paris: un section d'infanterie en reserve sur les bords de la Noye, 1918. From "L'Album de la Guerre 1914-1919, Volume 2" [L'Illustration, Paris, 1924]
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Conflict France Europe Lillustration Western Front Armed Services
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Dans la Bataille; La protection de la voie ferree Amiens-Paris - un section d'infanterie en reserve
EDITORS COMMENTS
(In the Battle; The Protection of the Railroad Amiens-Paris: A Section of Infantry in Reserve), captured in this photograph from 1918, is a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made during the First World War. The image, sourced from "L'Album de la Guerre 1914-1919, Volume 2" published by L'Illustration, Paris, in 1924, depicts French soldiers standing guard along the banks of the River Noye. The soldiers, dressed in their military uniforms, are seen with their rifles at the ready, alert and focused, as they protect the vital railway line connecting Amiens and Paris. The tranquil waters of the river, with its gentle flow, provide a stark contrast to the tense and anxious expressions on the faces of the soldiers, who are acutely aware of the danger lurking just beyond the horizon. The First World War, which lasted from 1914 to 1918, was a global conflict that saw the deployment of millions of soldiers from various countries, including France. The Western Front, where this photograph was taken, was a significant battleground, marked by intense fighting and devastating losses. The photograph serves as a powerful reminder of the bravery and resilience of the soldiers who fought in the war, as well as the strategic importance of protecting key infrastructure such as railways during wartime. The image is a testament to the enduring impact of the First World War on the history of France and the world.
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