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Printemps d'Alsace; les ecoliers d'un village ranges sur le passage du President de la.... 1916. Creator: Unknown
Printemps d'Alsace; les ecoliers d'un village ranges sur le passage du President de la Republique. On reconnait, au fond, M. Leon Bourgeois, qui accompagnait M. Poincare dans ce recent voyage sur le versant alsacien des Vosges. 1916. From "Collection de la Guerre IV. L'Illustration Tome CXLVII. La Guerre Janvier, Fevrier, Mars, Avril, Mai, Juin 1916"
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Alsace France Conflict Lillustration Poincare Raymond President Poincare Raymond Poincare Schoolchild Schoolchildren Leon Bourgeois
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Printemps d'Alsace - les ecoliers d'un village rangés sur le passage du Président de la République,
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translated to English as "Spring in Alsace: The Schoolchildren of a Village Lined Up on the Passage of the President of the Republic," is a captivating photograph from the First World War era. The image, created by an unknown photographer, was published in "L'Illustration Tome CXLVII. La Guerre: Janvier, Fevrier, Mars, Avril, Mai, Juin 1916," a French publication chronicling the war. In the photograph, a group of schoolchildren, dressed in their uniforms, are seen standing in a neat line on the side of a road. In the background, two prominent political figures, Raymond Poincaré and Léon Bourgeois, are making their way through the village in Alsace, France. The region was a contentious territory during this time, having been part of Germany since 1871 but reclaimed by France following the war's outbreak. Poincaré, who served as the President of France from 1913 to 1914 and again from 1913 to 1920, is recognizable with his distinctive handlebar mustache, while Bourgeois, a former Prime Minister and Senator, is seen wearing a top hat. The two men are walking together, likely on an official visit to the region, as they engage with the local community. The photograph captures a moment of unity and hope amid the chaos of war. The children, who appear curious and excited, are a reminder of the future and the enduring spirit of the people, even in the face of conflict. The image is a poignant testament to the human experience during this tumultuous period in history. The photograph, with its rich historical significance, is a valuable addition to any collection focusing on the First World War, French history, or the lives of notable political figures of the time. Its timeless composition and evocative subject matter make it a captivating piece for both historical and artistic appreciation.
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