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Les combats de Douaumont; Le fosse et l'entrée principale du fort de Douaumont au debut... 1916. Creator: Unknown
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Les combats de Douaumont; Le fosse et l'entrée principale du fort de Douaumont au debut... 1916. Creator: Unknown
Les combats de Douaumont; Le fosse et l'entree principale du fort de Douaumont au debut de l'offensive allemande de fevrier, 1916. From "Collection de la Guerre IV. L'Illustration Tome CXLVII. La Guerre Janvier, Fevrier, Mars, Avril, Mai, Juin 1916"
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Battle Of Verdun Conflict Defence Defences Douaumont Douaumont Fort Fort Fort Douamont France Europe Lillustration Western Front Armed Services Fortifications
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This evocative photograph captures the beginning of the Battle of Verdun in 1916, as depicted in the French publication "L'Illustration" (Volume CXLVII, January, February, March, April, May, June 1916). The image, titled "Les combats de Douaumont; Le fosse et l'entrée principale du fort de Douaumont au début de l'offensive allemande de février," offers a haunting glimpse into the brutal realities of trench warfare during the First World War. The photograph focuses on the entrance of the Fort de Douaumont, a key strategic position on the Western Front. The fort, located in northeastern France, became the site of one of the longest and bloodiest battles in World War I. In February 1916, the German army launched a massive offensive against the fort, aiming to break through the French lines and seize control of the region. The image reveals the fort's entrance, surrounded by a deep trench and littered with debris, as well as the ominous sight of a large crater in the foreground. Soldiers, their faces obscured by their helmets and uniforms, can be seen huddled in the trench, preparing for the onslaught of the enemy. The fort's walls, pockmarked by gunfire and shelling, loom ominously in the background. The photograph is a poignant reminder of the devastating impact of war on the landscape and the human spirit. It also underscores the importance of fortifications and the role they played in the defense of countries during this period. The creator of this photograph remains unknown, but their work serves as a powerful testament to the events of the First World War and the sacrifices made by soldiers on both sides.
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