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Sur le front occidental: la prise de la Crete de Vimy; Le marche en avant Canadiens...1917. Creator: Unknown
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Sur le front occidental: la prise de la Crete de Vimy; Le marche en avant Canadiens...1917. Creator: Unknown
Sur le front occidental: la prise de la Crete de Vimy; Le marche en avant Canadiens, le 9 avril 1917, a travers l'ancien no man's land, la zone de mort qui separait les premieres lignes, 1917. First World War: Western front; the taking of Vimy Ridge. Canadians advance, 9 April 1917, across the old no-man's land, the field of death which separates the opposing front lines. From "L'Album de la Guerre 1914-1919, Volume 2" [L'Illustration, Paris, 1924]
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Sur le front occidental - la prise de la Crete de Vimy; Le marche en avant Canadiens
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is a poignant photograph capturing the advance of Canadian soldiers during the Battle of Vimy Ridge on April 9, 1917. The image is taken from "L'Album de la Guerre 1914-1919, Volume 2" published by L'Illustration, Paris, in 1924. The photograph portrays a group of Canadian soldiers, their faces etched with determination and resolve, as they make their way across the old no-man's land, a desolate and deadly expanse that once separated the opposing front lines during the First World War. The soldiers, dressed in heavy uniforms and armed with rifles, trudge through the muddy terrain, leaving behind a trail of footprints in the wet soil. In the background, the remnants of war can be seen, with the destruction of buildings and the presence of guns and other weaponry serving as stark reminders of the brutal conflict that raged across the Western Front. The Battle of Vimy Ridge, fought in the Pas-de-Calais region of France, was a significant victory for the Canadian Corps during the First World War. The successful capture of the ridge not only boosted morale among the Canadian troops but also demonstrated their military prowess on the global stage. The photograph captures a moment of bravery and resilience in the face of adversity, as the Canadians pressed forward in their march towards victory. The photograph is a testament to the sacrifices made by the soldiers during the First World War and serves as a reminder of the historical significance of the Battle of Vimy Ridge. The image, though unsigned, is a powerful and evocative representation of the human spirit and the courage displayed by the soldiers during this pivotal moment in history.
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