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L'offensive de la Somme: La paroi du plus Grand Entonnoir de la region de la Somme, 1916. Creator: Unknown
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L'offensive de la Somme: La paroi du plus Grand Entonnoir de la region de la Somme, 1916. Creator: Unknown
L'offensive de la Somme: La paroi du plus Grand Entonnoir de la region de la Somme; C'est entre l'ancienne ligne francaise et les tranchees allemandes au Sud de la Somme que l'explosion d'un fourneau de mine avait produit ce cratere impressionnant, de 30 metres de profondeur et de 50 metres de diametre, 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 Crater Destruction Enormous Explosion Fight Huge Mine Mines Picardy France Somme Offensive Trench Trench Warfare Trenches Western Front Battlefield
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L'Offensive de la Somme - La paroi du plus Grand Entonnoir de la région de la Somme,
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translated to "The Offensive of the Somme: The Wall of the Largest Sinkhole in the Somme Region," is a captivating photograph from the First World War era. The image, taken in 1916, captures the aftermath of an explosion from a mine located between the old French lines and German trenches in the Somme region of Picardy, France. The photograph showcases an enormous crater, with a depth of 30 meters and a diameter of 50 meters, that was formed by the detonation of a mine. The image offers a haunting glimpse into the devastating impact of trench warfare during this period. The crater's walls, resembling the sides of a vast sinkhole, stand as a testament to the destructive power of the explosion. The photograph is part of the "Collection de la Guerre IV" from "L'Illustration Tome CXLVIII. La Guerre Juillet, Aout, Septembre, Octobre, Novembre, Decembre 1916." This collection provides a visual record of the events that unfolded during the July, August, September, October, November, and December of 1916, during the Battle of the Somme. The photograph's creator remains unknown, adding to its historical intrigue. It serves as a poignant reminder of the immense destruction and loss that marked the Western Front during the First World War. The image invites us to reflect on the human cost of war and the indelible mark it leaves on the land. The photograph's title, "La paroi du plus Grand Entonnoir de la région de la Somme," emphasizes the scale and magnitude of the crater, which was a common sight during the Battle of the Somme. The battle, which lasted from July 1 to November 18, 1916, was one of the largest and bloodiest battles in human history, with an estimated 1 million casualties. This photograph offers a unique and powerful perspective on the battle and its aftermath, providing a glimpse into the past that resonates with us even today.
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