French infantry advancing in Woeuvre
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French infantry advancing in Woeuvre
French infantry advancing over shell-torn ground and broken barbed wire during the capture of Les Eparges, formerly in German hands and of strategic importance on the Woeuvre plain
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"This evocative photograph captures the determination and resilience of the French infantry as they advance through the decimated landscape of the Woeuvre plain during the Battle of Les Eparges in 1915. The ground, torn apart by the relentless barrage of artillery shells, is a stark reminder of the brutal reality of trench warfare during World War I. The broken barbed wire, a symbol of the relentless struggle for territory, lies discarded amidst the destruction. In the foreground, soldiers of the 8th Infantry Regiment, their faces etched with the weariness of battle, press onwards, undeterred by the obstacles before them. The capture of Les Eparges was of strategic importance to the French, as it allowed them to gain ground on the German forces and shift the momentum of the battle. This historical image, taken on December 7, 1915, provides a poignant glimpse into the sacrifices made by soldiers on both sides during the Great War." This photograph, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, is a powerful reminder of the sacrifices made during the Battle of Les Eparges in 1915. The image captures the resilience and determination of the French infantry as they advanced through the decimated landscape of the Woeuvre plain. The ground, torn apart by artillery shells, and the broken barbed wire, discarded amidst the destruction, serve as stark reminders of the brutal reality of trench warfare during World War I. The strategic importance of Les Eparges to the French forces is evident in the unwavering determination of the soldiers as they press onwards, undeterred by the obstacles before them. This historical image, taken on December 7, 1915, provides a poignant glimpse into the sacrifices made by soldiers on both sides during the Great War. The photograph is not to be used for commercial purposes without the express permission of Mary Evans Picture Library.
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