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German bombardment of Algerian port, WW1
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German bombardment of Algerian port, WW1
German bombardment of an Algerian port, North Africa, 4 August 1914, during the First World War -- a photograph with artists additions. Bone and Phillipeville were attacked by warships Goeben and Breslau.
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Algeria Algerian Attack Attacked Bombardment Bone Breslau Burning Damage Damaged Flames Goeben Warship Warships
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August 4, 1914: German Naval Bombardment of Bone and Phillipville Ports, Algeria during the First World War This evocative photograph captures the chaos and destruction caused by the German warships Goeben and Breslau during their bombardment of the Algerian ports of Bone and Phillipville on August 4, 1914. The First World War had only just begun, and the German naval forces, under the command of Vice Admiral von Spee, were making their mark on the conflict in North Africa. The image shows the black smoke rising from the coastline, as the ports are engulfed in flames. The once tranquil waters are now a scene of turmoil, with the waves crashing against the damaged ships and the shoreline. The Goeben and Breslau, powerful German warships, can be seen in the distance, their guns trained on the ports, unleashing a barrage of shells that would leave a trail of destruction in their wake. The bombardment was a strategic move by the Germans, aimed at disrupting the Allied supply lines and demonstrating their military might. The attack on the Algerian ports marked the beginning of the German naval presence in the Mediterranean and the start of their campaign in the First World War. The photograph is an original work of art, with artists' additions that enhance the drama and intensity of the scene. The use of bold lines and contrasting colors draws the viewer's attention to the key elements of the image, while the addition of flames and smoke adds to the sense of chaos and destruction. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the devastating impact of war on civilian populations and the importance of strategic military maneuvers in shaping the course of conflict. The image captures a moment in history that continues to resonate, as the First World War and its consequences continue to shape the world we live in today.
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