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Courage! On les aura
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Courage! On les aura
A morale-boosting message from General Petain at Verdun, urging courage as the war drags on
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Amidst the deafening roar of explosions and the relentless grind of trench warfare, the spirit of the French soldiers at Verdun in April 1916 remained unbroken. In the midst of the carnage, General Philippe Pétain, the commander of the French Second Army, delivered a morale-boosting message to his weary troops. With the First World War dragging on and the battle of Verdun claiming an immense number of casualties, Pétain understood the importance of keeping the morale of his soldiers high. In this poignant photograph, General Pétain stands amidst the ruins of a destroyed building, his steely gaze fixed on the horizon. Dressed in his military uniform, he clutches a rolled-up map in one hand and raises the other, urging his men to show courage in the face of adversity. The determination etched on his face is palpable, as he delivers the words, "On les aura!" - "We shall have them!" This powerful image serves as a reminder of the indomitable spirit of the soldiers who fought in the Great War. Despite the overwhelming odds and the devastating losses, they continued to fight, driven by their courage and their unwavering belief in the cause. The message of General Pétain resonated deeply with his troops, providing them with the strength and determination they needed to carry on. As we look back at this historical moment, we are reminded of the importance of courage in the face of adversity. This photograph is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the power of a single, inspiring message to lift the spirits of those who need it most.
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