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La pris de Clery-sur-Somme (3 septembre); Lisiere Sud de Clery: vue sur les marais, 1916. Creator: Unknown
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La pris de Clery-sur-Somme (3 septembre); Lisiere Sud de Clery: vue sur les marais, 1916. Creator: Unknown
La pris de Clery-sur-Somme (3 septembre); Lisiere Sud de Clery: vue sur les marais, vers Ommiecourt-les-Clery, 1916. From "Collection de la Guerre IV. L'Illustration Tome CXLVIII. La Guerre Juillet, Aout, Septembre, Octobre, Novembre, Decembre 1916"
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Battle Of The Somme Captured Damage Damaged Debris Destroyed Destruction Picardy France Rubble Somme Offensive Western Front Battlefield
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La pris de Clery-sur-Somme (3 septembre); Lisiere Sud de Clery - vue sur les marais,
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a captivating photograph from the First World War era, dates back to 1916. The image is part of the "Collection de la Guerre IV" from "L'Illustration Tome CXLVIII," which documented the July, August, September, October, November, and December of 1916. The precise creator of this evocative photograph remains unknown. The photograph captures the aftermath of the Battle of the Somme, specifically the southern edge of Clery-sur-Somme in Picardy, France. The scene is dominated by the destruction caused by the intense fighting, with houses and buildings reduced to rubble and debris. The marshy landscape in the foreground adds a somber and melancholic tone to the image. The Battle of the Somme, fought between July and November 1916, was one of the largest battles of the First World War. It took place in the Somme region of France and involved the British and French armies attempting to force a breakthrough against the German lines. The battle resulted in over one million casualties, making it one of the bloodiest battles in human history. The photograph provides a poignant reminder of the devastating impact of war on civilian populations and the landscape. The ruined buildings and damaged houses serve as a testament to the destruction wrought by the conflict, while the marshy landscape reflects the desolation and desolation that followed in its wake. The image is a powerful reminder of the human cost of war and the enduring impact of conflict on communities and the land they inhabit. Despite the unknown creator, this photograph is an invaluable historical record of the Battle of the Somme and the devastation it brought to the region. It is a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made during the First World War and the enduring impact of conflict on communities and the landscape.
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