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Bird life in Salonika: Macedonian stork & British areoplane
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Bird life in Salonika: Macedonian stork & British areoplane
Bird life in Salonika: Macedonian stork & British areoplane
1917
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Birds of War: An Unlikely Alliance in Salonika, 1917 Amidst the chaos and turmoil of the First World War, an unusual alliance formed between the avian inhabitants and the human forces in the city of Salonika, Macedonia. In this evocative image from the Illustrated London News, a Macedonian stork stands proudly atop the fuselage of a British airplane, a testament to the harmony that existed between nature and the soldiers during this tumultuous time. The year was 1917, and the Allied Powers, led by the British, had established a military base in Salonika to counter the Central Powers' advance into the Balkans. The city, with its picturesque waterfront and vibrant birdlife, provided a stark contrast to the harsh realities of war. The Macedonian stork, a symbol of strength and resilience, had long made its home in the region. These magnificent birds, with their distinctive long legs and necks, were a common sight in the Salonika skies. They were known to nest on the highest points of the city, including the masts of ships and the towering chimneys of factories. The British airplanes, a vital component of the Allied forces' aerial reconnaissance and bombing missions, were a constant presence in the skies above Salonika. The pilots, who spent long hours patrolling the skies, often marveled at the grace and beauty of the storks as they soared alongside their aircraft. This image, captured by the renowned photographers of the Illustrated London News, perfectly encapsulates the unlikely bond between the Macedonian stork and the British airplane. It serves as a poignant reminder of the fragile beauty that exists even in the midst of war, and the enduring power of nature to inspire awe and wonder.
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