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Germans in Li觥
German soldiers in the Place du March鬠 Li觥. To the left a Belgian man is being searched, and on the right the troops are availing themselves of the local market produce. Date: August 1914
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August 1914: A Moment of Tension in Place du Marché in Liège, Belgium This evocative black-and-white photograph captures a pivotal moment in the early days of World War I. In the foreground, a Belgian man is being meticulously searched by a German soldier, his hands raised in submission. The soldier's stern expression and the dog at his side, alert and watchful, convey the tense atmosphere of the time. To the right of the image, other German soldiers are seen availing themselves of the local market produce. The fresh fruits and vegetables, displayed on a nearby cart, offer a stark contrast to the somber scene unfolding before them. The market scene suggests a sense of normalcy amidst the chaos of war, as the soldiers take a brief moment to sustain themselves before continuing their advance. The photograph, taken in August 1914, depicts the German occupation of Liège, a city in eastern Belgium that was one of the first targets of the German invasion. The city's fortifications had put up a fierce resistance, delaying the German advance and resulting in heavy casualties on both sides. This powerful image, captured by renowned photojournalist Matania, provides a glimpse into the complexities of the early days of the First World War. It underscores the human element of the conflict, highlighting the tension and unease that characterized the interactions between soldiers and civilians during this tumultuous time in history.
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