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Devant les Falaises de L'Aisne; Un pont sur l'Oise improvise par le genie, 1914. Creator: Unknown
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Devant les Falaises de L'Aisne; Un pont sur l'Oise improvise par le genie, 1914. Creator: Unknown
Devant les Falaises de L'Aisne; Un pont sur l'Oise improvise par le genie, 1914. From "L'Album de la Guerre 1914-1919: Volume I". [L'Illustration, Paris, 1926]
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Devant les Falaises de L'Aisne; Un pont sur l'Oise improvise par le genie
EDITORS COMMENTS
(Before the Falaises of the Aisne: A bridge over the Oise improvised by the engineers, 1914) is a captivating photograph from the First World War era, showcasing the ingenuity and resilience of the French military. The image, taken from "L'Album de la Guerre 1914-1919: Volume I" published by L'Illustration, Paris, in 1926, depicts a group of soldiers and engineers constructing a makeshift bridge over the Oise River in Picardy, France. The backdrop of the photograph is the picturesque landscape of the Falaises de L'Aisne, a geographical feature located in Soissons, Aisne, Picardy. The soldiers, dressed in their military uniforms, are seen marching towards the site of the bridge construction, carrying various tools and supplies. In the foreground, a group of engineers are busy at work, constructing the bridge under the watchful eye of their superior officer. The bridge, which appears to be made of wooden planks and metal pipes, is a testament to the resourcefulness of the French military during the First World War. The Oise River, which flows through northern France and Belgium, was a significant obstacle for the French forces during the war, and the construction of this improvised bridge would have been crucial for the movement of troops and supplies. The photograph captures the essence of the First World War, with its raw emotion, grit, and determination. The image also serves as a reminder of the colonial context of the war, with the French army engaged in military operations in Africa and other parts of the world during this period. Overall, "Devant les Falaises de L'Aisne; Un pont sur l'Oise improvise par le genie" is a powerful and evocative image from a pivotal moment in history.
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