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German soldiers surrender at Thiepval, 1916
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German soldiers surrender at Thiepval, 1916
Victors and vanquished: British infantry advancing on Thiepval, Somme region, in September 1916 allow surrendering Germans to pass through their ranks unregarded. The remnants of the German infantry in the front line trenches who escaped with their lives came forward with their hands up and passed through to British lines as prisoners. Date: 1916
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Advancing Germans Hands Infantry Prisoners Shell Shock Somme Surrender Surrendering Thiepval Vanquished Victors
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This poignant image captures the raw emotion and human drama of the Battle of the Somme during World War I. Taken in September 1916 at Thiepval in France, the photograph shows British infantry advancing on the German front line, allowing surrendering soldiers to pass through their ranks unhindered. The remnants of the German infantry, who had escaped the carnage in their trenches, came forward with their hands up as prisoners. The scene is a stark reminder of the brutal reality of war, where victors and vanquished come face to face in the aftermath of battle. The soldiers in the foreground, some in shock and others with determined expressions, bear witness to the horrors of the front line. The shell-torn landscape and the desolate, empty trenches in the background add to the sense of devastation and loss. This historical photograph is a testament to the courage and humanity of the soldiers on both sides, and serves as a powerful reminder of the sacrifices made during the First World War.
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