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This English aeroplane succumbed to tough air combat near Albert (b / w photo)
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This English aeroplane succumbed to tough air combat near Albert (b / w photo)
STC406169 This English aeroplane succumbed to tough air combat near Albert (b/w photo) by German Photographer (20th Century); Private Collection; (add.info.: hit at its most vulnerable point, a long plume of smoke trailed behind as it sank to the ground; only a tangled mass of steel and wire remained; ); The Stapleton Collection; German, out of copyright
Media ID 22677094
© The Stapleton Collection / Bridgeman Images
Airplane Crash Crashed Dogfight Machine Machinery Plane Remains Sepia Shot Down Wreck Wreckage Wrecked 1914 1918 Wwi Ww One First World War 1914 1918 Great War
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This haunting photograph captures the devastating aftermath of a fierce aerial battle near Albert during World War I. Taken by an anonymous German photographer, the image showcases the wreckage of an English aeroplane that succumbed to the brutal air combat. The aircraft, once soaring through the skies with grace and power, now lies in ruins on the ground. The vulnerability of this war machine is evident as it was hit at its weakest point, resulting in a long plume of smoke trailing behind it. All that remains is a tangled mass of twisted steel and wire, a stark reminder of the destructive force unleashed upon it. The mangled machinery serves as a testament to both human ingenuity and its limitations in times of conflict. In sepia tones that evoke nostalgia for a bygone era, this photograph transports us back to one of history's darkest chapters - World War I. It offers us a glimpse into the chaos and destruction experienced by those who fought valiantly amidst dogfights and relentless warfare. As we gaze upon this poignant image from Bridgeman Images' private collection, we are reminded not only of the immense sacrifices made during this global conflict but also how fragile our creations can be when faced with overwhelming adversity.
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