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La reprise de Vermelles; Le chateau de Vermelles enleve par nos troupes, 1914. Creator: Unknown
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La reprise de Vermelles; Le chateau de Vermelles enleve par nos troupes, 1914. Creator: Unknown
'La reprise de Vermelles; Le chateau de Vermelles enleve par nos troupes, le 1er decembre, avec son parc, 1914. From "L'Album de la Guerre 1914-1919: Volume I". [L'Illustration, Paris, 1926]
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La reprise de Vermelles; Le chateau de Vermelles enleve par nos troupes,
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translated to "The Recapture of Vermelles; The Chateau of Vermelles Stripped Bare by Our Troops," is a poignant photograph taken in December 1914, during the early stages of the First World War. The location of this powerful image is the picturesque Chateau de Vermelles, situated near Bethune in the Nord-Pas-de-Calais region of France. The photograph captures the aftermath of a fierce battle between Allied and German forces, with the Chateau de Vermelles serving as a prominent symbol of the destruction and devastation wrought by the war. The once grand and beautiful country house, with its sprawling gardens, now lies in ruins, its once pristine facade reduced to a damaged and battered shell. The gardens, which were once a source of beauty and tranquility, are now a scene of destruction, with debris scattered haphazardly amongst the remains of the gardens' once meticulously tended flora. The photograph is a stark reminder of the brutal reality of war and the devastating impact it can have on people and their homes. The Chateau de Vermelles, which had stood proudly for centuries, now lies in ruins, a testament to the futility of war and the destruction it brings. The photograph was published in "L'Album de la Guerre 1914-1919: Volume I" by L'Illustration, Paris, in 1926, and serves as a powerful reminder of the sacrifices made during the First World War. The identity of the photographer remains unknown, but their image continues to resonate with viewers, offering a glimpse into the past and the devastating consequences of war.
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