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Tandis que;..et d'autres se baignent sous un chaud soleil, dans l'oued Djedi, pres... 1917. Creator: Unknown
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Tandis que;..et d'autres se baignent sous un chaud soleil, dans l'oued Djedi, pres... 1917. Creator: Unknown
Tandis que;..et d'autres se baignent sous un chaud soleil, dans l'oued Djedi, pres d'Oumach, au Sud de Baskra, 1917. From "L'Album de la Guerre 1914-1919, Volume 2" [L'Illustration, Paris, 1924]
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Tandis que... et d'autres se baignent sous un chaud soleil, dans l'oued Djedi, près d'Oumach, au Sud de Baskra, 1917
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(Translation: "While some are bathing under a hot sun, in the oued Djedi, near Oumach, to the South of Baskra, 1917") is a captivating photograph from the First World War era, taken in North Africa, specifically in Algeria. The image, which originated from the "Album de la Guerre 1914-1919, Volume 2" published by L'Illustration, Paris, in 1924, depicts a group of soldiers, both French and German, taking a break from the harsh desert conditions by the banks of the Oued Djedi river. The photograph captures a moment of respite in the midst of the relentless heat and the ongoing conflict. The soldiers, dressed in their military uniforms, are seen wading in the shallow waters of the river, some submerged up to their waists, while others lounge on the riverbanks, enjoying the rare pleasure of a cool bath. The image offers a poignant reminder of the human side of war, where even in the midst of conflict, moments of relaxation and camaraderie can still be found. The Oued Djedi, a seasonal river that flows through the Sahara desert, serves as the backdrop to this scene, adding to the stark contrast between the arid desert landscape and the lush, green vegetation along the riverbanks. The photograph also highlights the diversity of the soldiers, with both French and German prisoners of war (POWs) depicted in the image, reflecting the complexities of the war and the multinational nature of the armed forces involved. This photograph, taken in 1917, is a testament to the human experience of war and the enduring power of nature to provide moments of relief, even in the most challenging of circumstances. The identity of the photographer remains unknown, adding to the mystery and intrigue surrounding this evocative image from a bygone era.
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