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Wounded French Soldiers - Saintes, France
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Wounded French Soldiers - Saintes, France
WW1 - Wounded French Soldiers at Saintes - a commune and historic town in southwestern France, in the Charente-Maritime department of which it is a sub-prefecture, in Nouvelle-Aquitaine. Date: 1914
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© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Caps Commune Department Health Injured Outfits Overalls Recuperation Saintes Southwestern Wounded Charente Maritime Nouvelle Aquitaine
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This evocative photograph captures a poignant moment in the history of Saintes, France during World War I. The image shows a group of wounded French soldiers, dressed in white overalls and caps or hats, recuperating in the commune of Saintes in the southwestern Charente-Maritime department of Nouvelle-Aquitaine. The date is 1914, and the soldiers, with their bandaged injuries and weary expressions, bear testament to the brutal realities of war. The town of Saintes, a historic sub-prefecture, served as a major military and hospital center during the conflict. The soldiers are seen resting on makeshift beds, surrounded by medical supplies and equipment, as they await further treatment and recovery. The photograph offers a glimpse into the daily life of the wounded soldiers during this period, highlighting the importance of health and care in the midst of war. The soldiers' uniforms, with their simple white overalls and caps, are a stark reminder of the simplicity and necessity of their clothing during this time. This powerful image is a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by the soldiers and the community of Saintes during the First World War.
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