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La garde champetre; Derriere le front de la Somme, a Hangest-en-Santerre, 1916. Creator: Unknown
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La garde champetre; Derriere le front de la Somme, a Hangest-en-Santerre, 1916. Creator: Unknown
La garde champetre; Derriere le front de la Somme, a Hangest-en-Santerre : lecture d'une proclamation concernant l'alarme a donner en cas d'apparition d'avions allemands, 1916. From "Collection de la Guerre IV. L'Illustration Tome CXLVIII. La Guerre Juillet, Aout, Septembre, Octobre, Novembre, Decembre 1916"
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Aerial Warfare Air Raid Air Raid Precautions Air Raid Warden Civil Defence Drum Proclamation Warning Western Front Armed Services
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La garde champêtre; Derrière le front de la Somme, à Hangest-en-Santerre
EDITORS COMMENTS
is a captivating photograph from the First World War era, dating back to 1916. The image, which is part of the "Collection de la Guerre IV. L'Illustration Tome CXLVIII. La Guerre Juillet, Aout, Septembre, Octobre, Novembre, Décembre 1916," depicts a group of soldiers and civilians gathered around a man in uniform, who is reading a proclamation aloud. The scene takes place in the French village of Hangest-en-Santerre, located in the Hautes-de-France region near the Western Front. The soldiers, both men and women, are dressed in their military uniforms, while civilians, including a woman with a dog, listen intently to the man's words. A drum lies on the ground, suggesting that an air raid warning has been issued, and the soldiers are preparing for action. The image captures the sense of urgency and alertness that was required during wartime, as the threat of aerial attacks was a constant concern for those living and serving on the front lines. The man in the center of the photograph, identified as a "garde champêtre," or rural police officer, is likely responsible for issuing the warning and leading the civil defense efforts in the village. His authoritative presence and serious expression underscore the gravity of the situation. The image is a poignant reminder of the sacrifices and challenges faced by those on the home front during the First World War, as they worked together to protect their communities from the dangers of aerial warfare. Despite the unknown creator of this powerful photograph, it remains a valuable historical record of a pivotal moment in world history. The image invites us to reflect on the resilience and determination of those who lived through the First World War, and the importance of community and solidarity in times of crisis.
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