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General Hubert Lyautey, French army officer, WW1
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General Hubert Lyautey, French army officer, WW1
General Hubert Gonzalve Lyautey (1854-1934), French army officer, seen here at his desk as the newly appointed Minister of War during the First World War. Date: 1916
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This evocative photograph captures General Hubert Gonzalve Lyautey in the midst of his duties as the newly appointed Minister of War during France's participation in the First World War, in 1916. Dressed in his military uniform, General Lyautey sits at his desk, surrounded by the paraphernalia of a busy office. The general's intense gaze is fixed on the papers before him, his hand poised above an inkwell, ready to sign or write. A blotter lies nearby, speckled with ink, a testament to the volume of correspondence that must have passed through his hands. The weight of responsibility rests heavily on his shoulders, as he steers his country through the tumultuous events of the Great War. General Lyautey's appointment as Minister of War marked a significant moment in French military history, and his leadership during this critical period helped shape the course of the war. This powerful image offers a glimpse into the life of a dedicated military leader, focused on the task at hand, and the challenges of wartime governance.
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