Home > Mary Evans Prints Online > New Images August 2021
WWI: French refugees from the city of Rheims
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Mary Evans Picture Library
WWI: French refugees from the city of Rheims
Vintage World War One photograph -
WWI: French refugees from the city of Rheims
Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries
Media ID 23436242
Conflict Defeat First Global Victory
FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS
> Asia
> Japan
> Related Images
> Europe
> Russia
> Related Images
> Historic
> Battles
> Related Images
> Historic
> World War I and II
> Soldiers
> Mary Evans Prints Online
> New Images August 2021
EDITORS COMMENTS
This poignant vintage photograph captures a poignant moment in the history of World War I, as French refugees from the besieged city of Rheims make their way through the muddy streets, carrying their meager belongings on their backs. The city, located in northern France, had been a major target for German forces during the early months of the war, and by 1914, it had been heavily bombarded and was on the verge of falling to the enemy. The image, taken in 1914 or 1918, is a stark reminder of the human cost of the global conflict that raged across Europe and beyond from 1914 to 1918. The First World War was a complex and devastating conflict that involved the armies of Britain, France, Germany, Russia, Japan, and the United States, among others. The war began as a result of a complex web of alliances and tensions between the major European powers, and quickly escalated into a global conflict that saw millions of soldiers and civilians caught up in the fighting. The refugees in this photograph are just a small part of the millions of people who were displaced by the war. Many more would follow in their footsteps as the fighting spread across Europe and beyond. The soldiers in the background, dressed in their uniforms and carrying their weapons, offer a grim reminder of the ongoing battle that was raging just beyond the frame of the photograph. Despite the hardships and suffering depicted in this image, there was also hope for a better future. The war would eventually come to an end, and the victorious Allied powers would work to rebuild the shattered cities and communities of Europe. The legacy of the First World War would shape the course of history for decades to come, and this photograph serves as a powerful reminder of the sacrifices and struggles that defined the war and its aftermath.
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.
