American ammunition transport, Soulosse, France, WW1
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American ammunition transport, Soulosse, France, WW1
American troops of the 101st company transporting ammunition through Soulosse-sous-Saint-Elophe in north eastern France during the First World War. They are watched by a group of children in the foreground. Date: 10 April 1918
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures a moment during the First World War as American soldiers of the 101st Company transport ammunition through the village of Soulosse-sous-Saint-Elophe in north eastern France on April 10, 1918. The scene is one of industry and determination as the troops, many of them young and fresh-faced, laboriously manhandle crates and boxes filled with vital supplies along a muddy road. The weight of their burden is evident in their expressions, yet they press on, driven by the knowledge that the success of their mission could mean the difference between victory and defeat for their comrades on the front lines. The peaceful village scene contrasts sharply with the chaos and destruction of war. In the foreground, a group of curious children watch the proceedings with wide-eyed fascination, their innocence a poignant reminder of the normalcy that has been disrupted by the conflict. The presence of horses adds to the sense of the past, as they too are harnessed to the task of moving the heavy ammunition. The village of Soulosse-sous-Saint-Elophe, located in the Meurthe-et-Moselle department, was a strategic location during the war due to its proximity to the front lines. The American troops were part of the 36th Division, which arrived in France in July 1917 and saw action in several major battles, including the Meuse-Argonne Offensive. The photograph offers a glimpse into the logistical challenges faced by the Allied forces during the Great War and the resilience of the soldiers and civilians who played a crucial role in the war effort.
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