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Journees inoubliables a Strasbourg; Le 21 novembre, a 8 heurs du matin, les premiers... 1918. Creator: Unknown
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Journees inoubliables a Strasbourg; Le 21 novembre, a 8 heurs du matin, les premiers... 1918. Creator: Unknown
Journees inoubliables a Strasbourg; Le 21 novembre, a 8 heurs du matin, les premiers officiers francais arrivent en automobile dans les faubourgs, 1918. From "L'Album de la Guerre 1914-1919, Volume 2" [L'Illustration, Paris, 1924]
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Alsace Lorraine Arrival Arrive Arriving Crowds Greeting Liberated Liberation Patriotic Patriotism Peace Postwar Salutation Strasbourg Alsace France Streets Victorious Victory Welcoming Armed Services
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Journees inoubliables a Strasbourg; Le 21 novembre, a 8 heures du matin, les premiers officiers français arrivent en automobile dans les faubourgs
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(Unforgettable Days in Strasbourg; The First French Officers Arrive in the Suburbs on November 21, 1918, at 8 a.m.) is a poignant and historic photograph from the First World War era. The image, taken from "L'Album de la Guerre 1914-1919, Volume 2" published by L'Illustration, Paris, in 1924, captures a significant moment in the liberation of Alsace-Lorraine from German occupation. The photograph shows a group of smartly dressed French officers, standing next to their automobiles, as they greet a crowd of excited and jubilant people in the streets of Strasbourg. The atmosphere is electric, with the people of Strasbourg expressing their patriotic fervor and welcoming their liberators with open arms. The soldiers, having just arrived, appear both victorious and relieved, their expressions reflecting the end of a long and arduous journey. The arrival of the French officers marked the beginning of the end of the First World War for Alsace-Lorraine, a region that had been under German control since 1871. The region had been a source of tension between France and Germany for decades, and its liberation was a significant milestone in the postwar peace process. The photograph is a powerful reminder of the human cost of war and the importance of peace and reconciliation. It also serves as a testament to the enduring spirit of the people of Alsace-Lorraine and their deep-rooted connection to France. The image is a valuable addition to any collection of First World War history, and its mystery only adds to its allure, as the creator remains unknown.
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