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Au Volant; convoi d'autos-camions menes par des conducteurs indo-chinois, sous... 1918. Creator: Unknown
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Au Volant; convoi d'autos-camions menes par des conducteurs indo-chinois, sous... 1918. Creator: Unknown
Au Volant; convoi d'autos-camions menes par des conducteurs indo-chinois, sous la direction d'un officier francais chef de section, 1918. From "L'Album de la Guerre 1914-1919, Volume 2" [L'Illustration, Paris, 1924]
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Drivers France Europe Guiding Logistics Lorries Lorry Thoroughfare Troop Transport Truck Trucks Western Front Armed Services Indochinese
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Au Volant; Convoi d'autos-camions menés par des conducteurs indo-chinois, sous la direction d'un officier français chef de section
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(At the Wheel: Indo-Chinese Drivers Leading a Convoy of Trucks, Directed by a French Officer Chief) is a captivating photograph from the First World War era, specifically from 1918. The image is taken from "L'Album de la Guerre 1914-1919, Volume 2" published by L'Illustration, Paris, in 1924. The photograph depicts an extraordinary scene of Indo-Chinese drivers skillfully maneuvering a convoy of trucks along a dusty road. The drivers, dressed in turbans and loose-fitting clothing, are intently focused on their task, their expressions determined and resolute. The convoy, led by a French officer in uniform, moves forward with precision and discipline, a testament to the logistical prowess of the French military during the war. The photograph offers a fascinating glimpse into the multicultural makeup of the French armed forces during the First World War. Indo-Chinese laborers were recruited in large numbers to serve as drivers, porters, and laborers in the French army. Their expertise in driving and navigating through difficult terrains proved invaluable to the French military, particularly in the context of the war's complex and far-flung logistical requirements. The photograph also highlights the importance of road transport during the war, particularly for the movement of troops and supplies to the front lines. The trucks in the convoy are loaded with various supplies, underscoring the critical role of these vehicles in sustaining the war effort. Overall, this photograph is a poignant reminder of the diverse and complex nature of the First World War, and the myriad ways in which people from different parts of the world contributed to the war effort. It is a testament to the ingenuity, resilience, and resourcefulness of the human spirit in the face of adversity.
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