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L'Armee Britannique; sur nos routes de France, 1914. Creator: Unknown
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L'Armee Britannique; sur nos routes de France, 1914. Creator: Unknown
'L'Armee Britannique; sur nos routes de France, les habitantes des campagnes apportent des rafraichissements et des fleurs a ceux qui viennent lutter aupres des notres, 1914. From "L'Album de la Guerre 1914-1919, Volume I" [L'Illustration, Paris, 1924]
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Alliance Allies Ally Appreciation Arrival Arrive Arriving British Expeditionary Force Civilian Civilians Crowds Deployment Grateful Gratitude Horse Drawn Vehicles Passing Thoroughfare Welcoming Western Front Armed Services Horse Drawn Horse Drawn Vehicle Horsedrawn
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L'Armee Britannique; sur nos routes de France
EDITORS COMMENTS
(The British Army on our roads in France), 1914 is a poignant photograph capturing a heartwarming moment during the early days of the First World War. The image, published in "L'Album de la Guerre 1914-1919, Volume I" by L'Illustration, Paris, in 1924, shows a group of British soldiers, weary from their journey, being welcomed by French civilians. The soldiers, dressed in their military uniforms, are seen passing through a French village, likely en route to the Western Front. Horse-drawn vehicles and carts line the road, filled with locals offering refreshments and bouquets of flowers to the arriving troops. The soldiers gratefully accept these gestures of appreciation, their faces expressing a mix of relief, gratitude, and perhaps a hint of surprise at the warm reception. The photograph beautifully encapsulates the spirit of alliance and camaraderie between the French and British people during this tumultuous time. The image also serves as a reminder of the human side of war, with civilians and soldiers coming together, despite the chaos and hardships of warfare. The black and white composition adds to the timeless and evocative nature of the photograph, transporting us back to a pivotal moment in history. This photograph is an important historical document, offering a glimpse into the experiences of the British Expeditionary Force during its deployment to France in 1914. The image remains a powerful reminder of the human connection that transcends borders and unites us in times of adversity.
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