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Un Zeppelin abattu a Revigny; La chute: le zeppelin tombe comme une torche surmontee d'une e'paisse Creator: Unknown
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Un Zeppelin abattu a Revigny; La chute: le zeppelin tombe comme une torche surmontee d'une e'paisse Creator: Unknown
Un Zeppelin abattu a Revigny; La chute: le zeppelin tombe comme une torche surmontee d'une e'paisse fumee noire, encadree de deux trajectoires d'obus, 1916. From "L'Album de la Guerre 1914-1919, Volume 1" [L'Illustration, Paris, 1924]
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Un Zeppelin abattu à Revigny; La chute - le zeppelin tombe comme une torche surmontée d'une épaisse fumée noire, encadré de deux trajectoires d'obus
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(A Zeppelin Shot Down at Revigny; The Fall: The Zeppelin Falls Like a Torch Surmounted by a Thick Black Smoke Cloud, Framed by Two Obus Trajectories, 1916) is a powerful and evocative photograph from the First World War era, taken from the renowned French publication "L'Illustration," Volume 1, in 1924. The image captures the dramatic moment of the destruction of a German Zeppelin LZ 77, which was shot down over the French town of Revigny in the Marne, Champagne-Ardenne region. The photograph shows the falling airship, engulfed in flames and black smoke, resembling a torch atop a thick, ominous cloud. The image is framed by two obus trajectories, adding to the sense of chaos and destruction. The scene is set against the backdrop of the night sky, making the bright flames and smoke all the more striking. The photograph is a poignant reminder of the brutal realities of war and the devastating impact it can have on civilians and military personnel alike. The Zeppelin, a symbol of German air power during the First World War, was a formidable weapon that could wreak havoc from the skies. However, in this instance, it was the French defenses that proved victorious, bringing down the airship and ending its destructive potential. The photograph is a valuable historical record of this pivotal moment in the First World War, and serves as a testament to the bravery and resilience of those who lived through this tumultuous time. The identity of the photographer remains unknown, but their work continues to captivate and inspire us, offering a glimpse into the past and reminding us of the enduring power of visual storytelling.
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