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Le general Fayolle. Commandant L'armee de la Somme, 1916. Creator: Unknown
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Le general Fayolle. Commandant L'armee de la Somme, 1916. Creator: Unknown
Le general Fayolle. Commandant L'armee de la Somme. 1916. From "Collection de la Guerre IV. L'Illustration Tome CXLVII. La Guerre Juillet, Aout, Septembre, Octobre, Novembre, Decembre 1916"
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Le General Fayolle, Commandant de l'Armée de la Somme, 1916
EDITORS COMMENTS
is a powerful and evocative photograph capturing the intense gaze of Marshal Emile Fayolle, a prominent French military leader during World War I. The image, created by an unknown photographer, was published in the French weekly magazine "L'Illustration" in 1916 as part of a series documenting the war. Fayolle, dressed in his military uniform, is depicted in a head and shoulders portrait, looking directly at the camera with a determined and focused expression. His piercing eyes convey a sense of authority and resolve, reflecting the immense responsibility he bore as the commander of the Army of the Somme during one of the most brutal and decisive battles of the war. The photograph, taken against a neutral background, allows Fayolle to stand out as the central figure, emphasizing his leadership role. The image is a poignant reminder of the human cost of war, as well as a testament to the courage and resilience of those who served on the battlefield. The photograph's provenance is from the "Collection de la Guerre IV" of "L'Illustration," a collection of images documenting the events of the war from July to December 1916. The photograph's historical significance lies in its depiction of a key military figure during a pivotal moment in World War I, making it an essential addition to any collection focusing on the history of the First World War, military history, or the history of France. Overall, "Le General Fayolle, Commandant de l'Armée de la Somme, 1916" is a striking and evocative image that captures the essence of the human experience during wartime, and serves as a powerful reminder of the sacrifices made by soldiers and their commanders during the First World War.
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