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Dans les Vosges; Sous les dehors plus innocent, les espions pullulent devant nos troupes. 1914. Creator: Unknown
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Dans les Vosges; Sous les dehors plus innocent, les espions pullulent devant nos troupes. 1914. Creator: Unknown
'Dans les Vosges; Sous les dehors plus innocent, les espions pullulent devant nos troupes et autour d'elles, 1914. From "L'Album de la Guerre 1914-1919: Volume I". [L'Illustration, Paris, 1926]
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Dans les Vosges; Sous les dehors plus innocents, les espions pullulent devant nos troupes et autour d'elles
EDITORS COMMENTS
- Translated from French, this caption reads "In the Vosges; Under the more innocent exteriors, spies swarm before our troops and around them." This evocative phrase, accompanied by the haunting black and white image, was published in the first volume of "L'Album de la Guerre 1914-1919: Volume I" by L'Illustration, Paris, in 1926. The photograph captures a moment during the early days of the First World War, in the Vosges region of France. The scene is one of tranquility, with the rolling hills and lush greenery of the countryside stretching out before us. However, beneath this idyllic facade, danger lurks. The caption reveals that spies, both German and French, are present among the troops and in the surrounding area. The soldiers, dressed in their uniforms and carrying their weapons, are on high alert, aware of the threat that lies hidden among the civilians. The image serves as a poignant reminder of the deception and danger that characterized the First World War. The line between friend and foe was often blurred, and trust could not be easily given or taken for granted. The photograph also highlights the human cost of war, with the ordinary men and women of the armed forces put in harm's way, not just on the battlefield but also in their own camps and communities. The photograph is a powerful reminder of the complexities and challenges of warfare during the early 20th century, and the importance of vigilance and suspicion in the face of enemy infiltration. The identity of the photographer remains unknown, but their image has left a lasting legacy, capturing a moment in history that continues to resonate with us today.
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