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WW1 - The Exodus from Antwerp, Belgium over bridge of barges
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WW1 - The Exodus from Antwerp, Belgium over bridge of barges
WW1 - The Exodus of the inhabitants of Antwerp, Belgium over a bridge of barges across the River Scheldt.
1914
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Antwerp Barge Barges Belgian Citizens Donald Exodus Flames Inhabitants Maxwell Plight Populace Rooftops Scheldt Spire Warfare Roofline
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This evocative image captures the mass exodus of the inhabitants of Antwerp, Belgium during the early days of World War I in October 1914. Amidst the chaos and uncertainty of the impending German invasion, the populace of Antwerp, many carrying their most precious belongings, made their way across the River Scheldt on a makeshift bridge of barges. The bridge, formed by the ingenious connection of boats and barges, was the only means of escape for the citizens of Antwerp as the German forces advanced. The flames and smoke from the distant warfare add to the sense of urgency and desperation, as the spire and rooftops of Antwerp's buildings fade into the distance. The Exodus from Antwerp was a poignant reminder of the human cost of the conflict, as civilians were forced to flee their homes in search of safety and security. This powerful photograph, taken by the renowned Illustrated London News Ltd photographer Donald Maxwell, is a testament to the resilience and determination of the human spirit in the face of adversity.
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