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General Anthoine, 1917. Creator: Unknown
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General Anthoine, 1917. Creator: Unknown
General Anthoine, 1917. From "L'Album de la Guerre 1914-1919, Volume 2" [L'Illustration, Paris, 1924]
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Arms Folded Balding Folded Arms Handlebar Handlebar Moustache Lalbum De La Guerre Lillustration Mustache Nivelle Offensive Posture
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This photograph, titled 'General Anthoine' and dated 1917, is an enigmatic image from the first world war era, taken from the pages of 'L'Album de la Guerre 1914-1919, Volume 2' published by L'Illustration, Paris, in 1924. The subject of the photograph is General Anthoine-François Paul, a prominent French military figure during World War I. General Anthoine is depicted in the image with a stern, direct gaze, his handlebar moustache framing his face, which shows the first signs of balding. He wears a grey military uniform with the insignia of his rank prominently displayed on his collar and cuffs. The general's posture is confident and authoritative, with his arms folded across his chest, giving the impression of a man in deep thought or contemplation. The background of the photograph is blurred, drawing the viewer's focus to the general's face and uniform. The muted colors of the image add to the historic and nostalgic feel, transporting us back to a time of war and conflict. General Anthoine played a significant role in the Nivelle Offensive, one of the major French military campaigns of World War I. His leadership and strategic skills were instrumental in the battle, making this photograph an important historical record of a pivotal moment in world history. The print, which is now in the collection of a private collector, is a testament to the enduring power of photography to capture and preserve the essence of history.
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