Germans Collection (#17)

1916 / Verdun / Fort Vaux
Major Raynal and his batallion lead the heroic French defence of Fort Vaux. It falls to the Germans in June but is retaken by the French in November 1916

German Anti-Aircraft
Carefully camouflaged, these Germans wait with a large calibre gun to fire on enemy aircraft such as the one about to fly past them

Germans Sink French Ship
The German warship Karlsruhe sinks a French sailing ship in the Atlantic

Germans in Belgium
German infantry leave Brussels to attack Antwerp, which is at present the centre of Belgian resistance; it will shortly fall, with heavy losses and terrible destruction

Paris Expects Germans
With the German invaders less than 50 kilometres from Paris, the city prepares for attack : trenches are dug near the Porte Maillot - fortunately, they will never be needed

Germans Invade France
The German invasion of France - passing through a village some 50 kilometres from Paris, watched by villagers who have no reason to expect anything but the worst

Wwi Belgian Soldiers
Two Belgians from the Wallon section of the country, invaded by the Germans at the outbreak of World War One

Wwi Bashkir Soldiers
Three Russian soldiers from the Bashkir region, fighting the Germans and Austrians during World War One

Ww1 Belgian Soldiers
Two Belgian soldiers whose neutral country was invaded by the Germans at the outbreak of World War One

Ww1 Tartar Soldier
A Russian Tartar from the Perm region, fighting the Germans and Austrians during World War One

Ww1 Ukraine Soldier
Alexei Reznicenko, a Ukrainian soldier fighting the Germans and Austrians in World War One

Ww1 Ruthenian Soldier
A white Ruthenian of Polish appearance, serving with the Russians against the Germans in World War One

Russian Soldier
David Kernaschavili, Jewish soldier from the Caucasus mountains, fighting the Germans during World War One

Frau Holles Bedfeathers
Some Germans believe that snowstorms are caused by the bedfeathers which fall when Frau Holles duvet is shaken; not so, they are brought by the North Wind Fairy

Living Shield, Belgium
To discourage the enemy from shooting at them as they invade Belgium, the Germans round up local civilians and force them to go ahead of them as a living shield

Nuns Tied to Bridge
To discourage the French from blowing up a Belgian bridge ahead of the advancing invaders, the Germans have the bright idea of tying a group of nuns to it

German Invasion - 1
When the Germans invade England, the first thing they will do after landing is to make for the stations and seize control of the railways (scene 1 of 4)

Two Hurricanes Collide
BATTLE OF BRITAIN During a dogfight with attacking Germans, a crashing British Hurricane collides with another - the Germans notch two for the price of one

Romans against Germans
Roman soldiers attack a German town - casualties on both sides

The Boche at Reims
Germans set up a field camp in the Parois of the cathedral at Reims. However, they will be forced to retire by the allied counter-attack

British Charge at Pilkem
During the battle of Passchendaele, British infantry charge at Pilkem ridge and bomb the Germans out of their stronghold

German Ammunition, Wwi
Ammunition supplies left behind by the Germans after the British advance near Cambrai; bombed and roofless houses provide the backdrop

Battle in Mid-Air
An intensely patriotic musical fantasia, depicting the approach of the German air fleet, the fight in mid-air, the defeat of the Germans and the return of the victors

Pow Leaflet
Leaflet given to captured troops by the Germans, telling them what is in store for them but assuring them that You will return home safe and sound after the war

Cavell Postcard - 2
A German officer contemplates the corpse of EDITH CAVELL nurse, shot by the Germans in Belgium for assisting the Allies

Cavell Postcard
EDITH CAVELL Nurse, shot by the Germans in Belgium for assisting the Allies

French Village Ablaze
A French village set on fire by the Germans in their retreat during the First World War

Germans Surrendering
During the battle of Passchendaele, dazed Germans are driven out of their fortified cellars by British bombing, to be met by soldiers with rifles and bayonets

Germans Beg for Peace
Germans sue the victorious Romans for peace - this is the German campaign seen through Roman eyes !

Germans Ambush Romans
A column of Romans is ambushed by Germans concealed in a forest

General Birdwood
General Sir William Riddell, 1st Baron Birdwood, with Charles Delesalle and Monseigneur Charost, mayor and bishop of Lille, a French town delivered from the Germans

Shells Abandoned / Cambrai
A British soldier inspects a large haul of shells abandoned by the Germans near Cambrai during the offensive of 1917. Roofless houses provide a poignant backdrop

WW1 / 1917 / AIR / GUYNEMER
Guynemer downs two Germans in one minute and two more later in the day

Ww1 / 1917 / British Tanks
The British tanks are a complete failure, according to the Germans

WW1 / 1918 / EITHER OR
EITHER... OR... The German army on the Western Front makes its final effort

Ww1 / 1918 / German Offensiv
German Spring Offensive: the Germans counter-attack when thought to be defeated

Germans Occupy Norway
Norway : German troops occupying this huge and rugged country position their guns in a tactical position

WW1 / 1915 / CAMEROONS
Africans (led by a British Officer) use a light artillery- piece against the Germans at Jabassi

Ww1 / 1916 / Allies Flight
Pursued by the Germans, the Allies - Italians, Russians, French and English - take to their heels towards the heel of Italy

Wwi / 1915 / Germans / Blossom
German infantry advances through the blossoming countryside; for some it will be the last Spring they will see

Ww1 / 1915 / Germans Eating
War or no war, the German troops at the Front are eating well !

Ww1 / 1914 / Trench / Champagn
Germans repel a French attack on the trenches in Champagne, France

Franco-Prussian Xmas
THE CHILDRENs TRUCE During the Franco-Prussian War, Germans set up a Christmas tree in occupied France, to the admiration of the village children

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"Germans: A Historical Tapestry of Courage, Innovation, and Conflict" From the battlefields of World War I to the concert halls of Jena, they have left an indelible mark on history. The image of a soldier from the British First Airborne in action in Arnhem reminds us of their fierce determination and bravery. In the midst of the devastating Battle Somme in September 1916, German soldiers faced unimaginable challenges. Their resilience and unwavering spirit are a testament to their strength. Beyond warfare, they have also excelled in music. The Collegium Musicum of Jena captivated audiences with their enchanting melodies, showcasing Germany's rich cultural heritage. German engineering prowess extended even beneath the waves with U-Boats - Cutaway revealing intricate designs that revolutionized naval warfare during World War I. These vessels became symbols of German innovation and strategic superiority. The haunting silhouettes captured by H. L. Oakley depict the somber reality faced by both sides at the Somme – a reminder that war knows no boundaries or nationalities. G. H. Davis showcased German inventions for air combat during WWI, highlighting their commitment to pushing technological boundaries even amidst chaos and destruction. The crew members aboard a German submarine during World War I demonstrated incredible teamwork as they navigated treacherous waters while facing constant danger from enemy forces above them. A British charge at Hooge stands as evidence that conflict often blurs lines between adversaries; it is through these moments we witness humanity's shared experiences amidst turmoil. The Stalingrad Tractor Plant serves as a poignant symbol not only for industrial might but also for human endurance against overwhelming odds – reminding us that hope can thrive even in darkest times. Periscopes in trenches allowed soldiers to gain crucial insights into enemy movements while minimizing exposure – yet another example of German ingenuity on display during wartime struggles.