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American artillery near Lenoncourt, France, WW1
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American artillery near Lenoncourt, France, WW1
American artillery loading a shell into a gun near Lenoncourt, north eastern France, during the First World War. Date: 1918
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This evocative photograph captures the intensity and determination of American troops during the final stages of the First World War. Taken near Lenoncourt, a small village in north eastern France, in 1918, the image shows a team of American artillery men carefully loading a large shell into the chamber of a powerful gun. The gun, with its intricate mechanical components and massive size, dominates the scene, dwarfing the soldiers who operate it. Each man wears a helmet, protecting him from the shrapnel and debris that often accompanied the discharge of such weapons. The men work in unison, each with a specific role in the loading process. The shell, encased in a tin casing, is a lethal projectile that would be fired at the enemy lines, contributing to the relentless barrage of fire that marked the Great War. The scene is one of war time efficiency and determination, as the American troops continued their push towards victory in Europe. This powerful image is a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by soldiers during the First World War, and the critical role that artillery played in the conflict.
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