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WWI: ALINCOURT, c1915. German ammunition depot after visit of French airmen, Alincourt
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WWI: ALINCOURT, c1915. German ammunition depot after visit of French airmen, Alincourt
WWI: ALINCOURT, c1915.
German ammunition depot after visit of French airmen, Alincourt, Ardennes, France. Stereograph, c1915
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1915 Ammunition Carcass Depot Destroyed Wagon Wheel World War I Airmen Ardennes Stereograph
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This sepia-toned photograph from Granger Art on Demand captures the aftermath of a daring visit by French airmen to a German ammunition depot in Alincourt, Ardennes, France during World War I. Taken in 1915, the image showcases the devastating destruction caused by this audacious raid. The exterior of the ammunition depot is depicted as a scene of chaos and devastation. The carcass of what was once a sturdy wagon lies abandoned amidst the ruins, its wheels twisted and broken. A lone horse stands nearby, seemingly bewildered by the wreckage surrounding it. The impact of this attack is evident in every corner of the frame. Piles of destroyed ammunition crates are scattered haphazardly across the landscape, their contents spilling out onto the ground. The remnants serve as haunting reminders of both human ingenuity and destructive power. This stereograph print transports us back to an early chapter in World War I history when aerial warfare was still relatively new and awe-inspiring. It offers viewers a glimpse into one small moment that played a part in shaping global events during this tumultuous time. As we gaze upon this powerful image, we are reminded not only of the bravery and resourcefulness displayed by these French airmen but also of the immense cost and devastation wrought by war itself.
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