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Derriere la bataille, au Sud de la Somme: Le travail de notre artillerie sur les defenses... 1916. Creator: Unknown
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Derriere la bataille, au Sud de la Somme: Le travail de notre artillerie sur les defenses... 1916. Creator: Unknown
Derriere la bataille, au Sud de la Somme : Le travail de notre artillerie sur les defenses Allemandes; Une maison "blindee": renforcee interieurement de poutres et de poutrelles qu'on voit par la breche, elle abritait plusieurs mitrailleuses et un poste d'observation. 1916. From "Collection de la Guerre IV. L'Illustration Tome CXLVII. La Guerre Juillet, Aout, Septembre, Octobre, Novembre, Decembre 1916"
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Aftermath Battle Of The Somme Command Post Conflict Defence Defences Destroyed Lillustration Shell Damage War Damage Western Front Battlefield
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Derriere la bataille, au Sud de la Somme - Le travail de notre artillerie sur les defenses
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is a captivating photograph from the First World War era, taken in 1916. The image, a part of the "Collection de la Guerre IV" published in "L'Illustration Tome CXLVII," offers a poignant glimpse into the aftermath of the Battle of the Somme. The photograph captures the devastating impact of the intense battle on the German defenses in the southern sector of the Somme region in France. The image shows the remains of a house, its once solid structure now reduced to a ruined shell. The house, reinforced internally with beams and girders, had sheltered several machine gun nests and an observation post. The breach in the house's facade reveals the interior fortifications, a testament to the fierce fighting that had taken place within its walls. The photograph serves as a stark reminder of the brutal realities of war. The destruction wrought by artillery fire and the relentless battle action is evident in the ruins of the house. The image also highlights the strategic importance of fortified structures during wartime, as well as the resilience and adaptability of soldiers in the face of adversity. The photograph is a valuable historical record of the Battle of the Somme, one of the bloodiest battles in human history. Its haunting image of a destroyed house and the knowledge of the intense fighting that had taken place within its walls serve as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made during the First World War. The photograph's unknown creator captured a moment in time that continues to resonate with viewers today, offering a glimpse into the past and the human cost of conflict.
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