Home > Arts > Artists > M > John Marshal
Les Grands Chefs Allies; les quatre commandants en chef, a l'issue d'une reunion au... 1918. Creator: Unknown
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Heritage Images
Les Grands Chefs Allies; les quatre commandants en chef, a l'issue d'une reunion au... 1918. Creator: Unknown
Les Grands Chefs Allies; les quatre commandants en chef, a l'issue d'une reunion au Chateau de Bombon, quartier de Foch, 1918. From "L'Album de la Guerre 1914-1919, Volume 2" [L'Illustration, Paris, 1924]
Heritage Images features heritage image collections
Media ID 36340501
© The Print Collector/Heritage Images
Black Jack Pershing Butcher Haig Commander Commander Chief Commander In Chief Commanders Conflict Douglas Haig Douglas Haig 1st Earl Haig Earl Haig Ferdinand Foch Field Marshal Sir Douglas Haig Field Marshall Douglas Haig Foch Ferdinand Foch Ferdinand Marshal France Europe General Douglas Haig General Foch General Haig General Pershing General Sir Douglas Haig Generals Haig Douglas Haig Sir Douglas Henri Philippe Omer Petain John J Pershing John Joseph Pershing Lillustration Marshal Ferdinand Foch Marshal Foch Marshal Petain Marshal Philippe Petain Officers Ommander In Chief Pershing John J Pershing John Joseph Petain Henri Philippe Omer Petain Marshal Petain Marshal Philippe Petain Philippe Philippe Petain Sir Douglas Haig Armed Services
FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS
> Arts
> Artists
> F
> John Field
> Arts
> Artists
> M
> John Marshal
> Arts
> Artists
> W
> John White
> Arts
> Portraits
> Black and white portraits
> Fine art portraits
> Arts
> Portraits
> Black and white portraits
> Europe
> France
> Canton
> Allier
> Europe
> France
> Paris
> Related Images
> Historic
> World War I and II
> Generals and leaders
> Historic
> World War I and II
EDITORS COMMENTS
This striking photograph captures the historic moment when the Allied Forces' top commanders, Generals Douglas Haig of the United Kingdom, Ferdinand Foch of France, John J. Pershing of the United States, and Henri Philippe Pétain of France, gathered for a meeting at the Château de Bombon, Foch Quarter, in 1918. As the First World War was drawing to a close, these four distinguished military leaders came together to strategize and coordinate their efforts towards a common victory. The image, titled "Les Grands Chefs Allies; les quatre commandants en chef, a l'issue d'une réunion au Château de Bombon, quartier de Foch," was published in "L'Album de la Guerre 1914-1919, Volume 2" by L'Illustration, Paris, in 1924. The photograph showcases the commanders in their military uniforms, with General Haig seated at the table, flanked by Generals Foch, Pershing, and Pétain, who stand behind their chairs. The atmosphere is formal yet tense, reflecting the gravity of the situation and the importance of their decisions. The meeting at Château de Bombon marked a pivotal moment in the war, as the Allied Forces were preparing for their final offensive, which would ultimately lead to the defeat of Germany. The unity and cooperation among these commanders were essential to achieving this goal, and this photograph serves as a powerful reminder of their shared commitment to victory.
MADE IN THE USA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.
