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Zeppelin. circa 1914: German Zeppelin used in raids on French strategic
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Zeppelin. circa 1914: German Zeppelin used in raids on French strategic
circa 1914: German Zeppelin used in raids on French strategic points on the west front. During 1916, whilst on one of the raids, the Zeppelin was badly holed by shells, but it managed to get clear of French lines. She came down at Namur and was completely wrecked. (Photo by General Photographic Agency/Getty Images)
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1910 1919 Aerial Warfare Air Transport Air Vehicle Aircraft Airplane Airship Blimp Direction Field Format Landscape French Culture Front Luftwaffe Strategy World War I German Airforce Raids
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This print takes us back to the era of World War I, showcasing a German Zeppelin used in raids on French strategic points along the west front. Circa 1914, this airship played a crucial role in aerial warfare during that time. The image captures the grandeur and power of this massive aircraft as it hovers above an open field, ready for its next mission. The Zeppelin's sleek design is juxtaposed against the vastness of the sky, symbolizing both innovation and destruction. During one fateful raid in 1916, this very Zeppelin faced heavy artillery fire from French forces. Despite sustaining severe damage from shells piercing through its structure, it miraculously managed to escape enemy lines before ultimately crash-landing at Namur. The wreckage left behind serves as a testament to the intensity of war and the resilience displayed by those involved. Preserved through archival photography by General Photographic Agency/Getty Images, this historical artifact transports us back in time. It offers a glimpse into an era when air transport was still in its infancy but already playing a significant role on battlefields. As we admire this remarkable piece of history captured within these frames, let us reflect upon the bravery and sacrifices made during times of conflict while appreciating how far aviation has come since then.
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