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En Argonne; Sur les bords de l'Aire, affuent de droite du cours superieur de l'Aisne... 1918. Creator: Signal Corps ASF
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En Argonne; Sur les bords de l'Aire, affuent de droite du cours superieur de l'Aisne... 1918. Creator: Signal Corps ASF
En Argonne; Sur les bords de l'Aire, affuent de droite du cours superieur de l'Aisne; batteries d'artillerie americaines, tirant sur les colonnes ennemies en retraite, a l'Est, sur Montfaucon, que nos allies enlevaient de haute lutte le 27 septembre 1918, 1918. From "L'Album de la Guerre 1914-1919, Volume 2" [L'Illustration, Paris, 1924]
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American Expeditionary Forces Conflict Destruction France Europe Hundred Days Offensive Lillustration Meuse Argonne Offensive Offensive Shell Damage Shelling Troops United States Army Us Army Western Front Aire Armed Services Battlefield River Aire
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En Argonne - On the Banks of the Aire, Affuent de Droite du Cours Supérieur de l'Aisne... 1918
EDITORS COMMENTS
is a compelling photograph capturing the intensity and chaos of the final stages of the Meuse-Argonne Offensive during the First World War. Taken by the Signal Corps ASF on September 27, 1918, the image portrays American artillery batteries in action, firing towards enemy columns in retreat on the Eastern front near Montfaucon. The French and their allies were relentlessly fighting to take control of this strategic location. The photograph offers a glimpse into the harsh realities of the battlefield during the Hundred Days Offensive. The Aire River, a geographical feature that runs through the image, adds a sense of tranquility amidst the destruction caused by the shelling. The white smoke rising from the explosions and the black and white tones of the image create a stark contrast, highlighting the contrasting elements of war. The United States Army, represented by the American troops and artillery, played a significant role in the Western Front during World War I. This photograph is a poignant reminder of their contribution to the conflict, as they tirelessly fought to gain ground and ultimately bring an end to the war. The image is taken from "L'Album de la Guerre 1914-1919, Volume 2" published by L'Illustration, Paris, in 1924. It is a powerful testament to the bravery and resilience of the soldiers involved in the war, and a reminder of the devastating impact of warfare on the landscape.
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