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L'infanterie coloniale a la bataille de la Somme; rassemblement d'une partie des canons... 1916. Creator: Unknown
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L'infanterie coloniale a la bataille de la Somme; rassemblement d'une partie des canons... 1916. Creator: Unknown
L'infanterie coloniale a la bataille de la Somme; rassemblement d'une partie des canons pris a l'ennemi, 1916. From "Collection de la Guerre IV. L'Illustration Tome CXLVIII. La Guerre Juillet, Aout, Septembre, Octobre, Novembre, Decembre 1916"
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This photograph, titled 'L'infanterie coloniale à la bataille de la Somme; rassemblement d'une partie des canons pris à l'ennemi' (Colonial Infantry at the Battle of the Somme; gathering of some captured canons), was published in the French magazine L'Illustration in 1916. The image offers a poignant glimpse into the intense and brutal conflict of the First World War, specifically the Battle of the Somme in the summer of 1916. The photograph depicts a group of French colonial soldiers, likely from North Africa, gathered around several captured German artillery cannons. The soldiers, dressed in their distinctive uniforms, proudly pose with their weapons at the ready, while the cannons, towering behind them, bear the scars of battle. The scene is set against a backdrop of muddy terrain and a smoky, hazy sky, further emphasizing the harsh conditions of the battlefield. The Battle of the Somme, which took place from July to November 1916, was one of the largest and bloodiest battles of the First World War. The conflict saw the deployment of millions of soldiers from both sides, resulting in over one million casualties. The battle is significant for its strategic importance, as well as its impact on the morale of the soldiers involved. This photograph, taken from the Collection de la Guerre IV of L'Illustration, provides a powerful reminder of the sacrifices made by soldiers on both sides during the First World War. The image captures the raw emotion and intensity of the battlefield, as well as the determination and resilience of the soldiers, who continued to fight despite the horrific conditions. The photograph is a testament to the bravery and tenacity of the soldiers, and serves as an important historical record of this pivotal moment in world history.
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