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WW2 - Liberation of Paris - The Barricades
WW2 - Barricades, Liberation of Paris. " Man the barricades!" This cry which rang out on Monday, August 21st, 1944. Date: 1944
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© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
1944 21st Barricaded Barricades Closing Defenders Defending Liberation Liberators Lorry Manning Overturned Parisian Parisians
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Man the Barricades!
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This cry echoed through the streets of Paris on Monday, August 21st, 1944, as the long-awaited liberation of the city from German occupation began. The image captured in this print portrays the intense moment as Parisians and Allied soldiers worked together to barricade the streets, preparing to defend their city from any remaining enemy forces. The scene is set against the backdrop of an overturned lorry, its wheels in the air, as determined defenders man the makeshift barriers. Men of all ages, some wearing the uniforms of the French Resistance or the Allied forces, work together to stack debris and fortify their positions. The energy and determination in their faces is palpable as they prepare for the battle ahead. The liberation of Paris was a pivotal moment in World War II, marking the end of the German occupation of France and a symbol of hope and resilience for the French people. The image of the barricades has become an enduring symbol of the city's spirit and the courage of its people during this time. This powerful photograph captures the essence of the liberation of Paris and the determination of its defenders. It is a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made during this time and the indomitable spirit of the human spirit in the face of adversity. Date: August 21, 1944 Location: Paris, France Event: Liberation of Paris Description: Parisians and Allied soldiers manning barricades during the liberation of Paris from German occupation. Keywords: WW2, WWII, World War, 2nd World War, II, Overturned lorry, Barricades, Barricaded, Defenders, Defending, Liberators, Liberation, Paris, 1944, August 21st, French, France, Parisians, Parisian, Man, Manning, Men, End, Closing.
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