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L'Aviateur Kiffin Rockwell; mort pour la France. Le sergent aviateur Kiffin Rockwell, 1916. Creator: Unknown
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L'Aviateur Kiffin Rockwell; mort pour la France. Le sergent aviateur Kiffin Rockwell, 1916. Creator: Unknown
L'Aviateur Kiffin Rockwell; mort pour la France. Le sergent aviateur Kiffin Rockwell. 1916. From "Collection de la Guerre IV. L'Illustration Tome CXLVII. La Guerre Juillet, Aout, Septembre, Octobre, Novembre, Decembre 1916"
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L'Aviateur Kiffin Rockwell: Mort pour la France. Le sergent aviateur Kiffin Rockwell" (Kiffin Rockwell, the Aviator: Died for France. Sergeant Aviator Kiffin Rockwell), 1916. This poignant photograph captures the direct gaze and unwavering determination of an American hero who gave his life for France during the First World War. The image, published in "L'Illustration" (The Illustration) in 1916, depicts Kiffin Rockwell, a sergeant aviator from the United States, standing proudly in his uniform. He wears the distinctive kepi of a French aviator, symbolizing his commitment to the French cause. The apparel he dons is a blend of American and French military elements, reflecting the international nature of the conflict. Rockwell, born in 1892, was a volunteer pilot for the French military during World War I. He flew for the Escadrille Lafayette, an American unit that fought alongside the French. On October 14, 1916, Rockwell made the ultimate sacrifice while in combat, becoming one of the first American pilots to lose his life in the war. The photograph captures Rockwell in a moment of quiet reflection, as if looking directly into the soul of the viewer. The stark contrast between the white uniform and the black and white background emphasizes the gravity of the moment. The image serves as a powerful reminder of the sacrifices made during the First World War by individuals like Kiffin Rockwell, who put their lives on the line for the greater good. The photograph, from the Collection de la Guerre IV (War Collection IV) in "L'Illustration," is a testament to the enduring power of visual storytelling. It offers a glimpse into the past, allowing us to connect with the history of a bygone era and honor the memory of those who made the ultimate sacrifice for their country.
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