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Thiaumont; Deux aspects du champ de bataille de Thiaumont, 1916. Creator: Unknown
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Thiaumont; Deux aspects du champ de bataille de Thiaumont, 1916. Creator: Unknown
Thiaumont; Deux aspects du champ de bataille de Thiaumont photographie de 800 metres d'altitude: Thiaumont, Douaumont et Vaux. Le 1er juillet, 1916. From "Collection de la Guerre IV. L'Illustration Tome CXLVIII. La Guerre Juillet, Aout, Septembre, Octobre, Novembre, Decembre 1916"
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Aerial Photography Aerial View Battle Of Verdun Birds Eye View Douaumont Fort Fight Fort Fort Vaux Trench Trench Warfare Trenches Verdun Meuse Lorraine France Western Front Battlefield Fortifications Thiaumont
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Thiaumont: Two Aspects of the Battlefield of Thiaumont, 1916" is a captivating aerial photograph that offers a unique perspective of the Battle of Verdun during the First World War. The image, taken from an altitude of 800 meters, captures the battlefield of Thiaumont in the Meuse-Lorraine region of France. The photograph features the strategic positions of Douaumont and Vaux fortifications, which were the focus of intense fighting between German and French forces from February to December 1916. The photograph presents a striking contrast between the desolate battlefield below and the serene landscape beyond. The intricate network of trenches and fortifications, which were once the scene of fierce trench warfare, is now a maze of destruction and ruin. In contrast, the lush green fields and rolling hills in the background offer a sense of tranquility and peace, a stark reminder of the contrasting realities of war and peace. The photograph is believed to have been taken from an aircraft, providing a bird's eye view of the battlefield. The vantage point offers a comprehensive view of the battlefield, allowing us to appreciate the vastness of the conflict and the strategic importance of the positions held by both sides. The photograph is a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by soldiers on both sides during the Battle of Verdun, one of the longest and deadliest battles in World War I. The photograph is part of the "Collection de la Guerre IV" from "L'Illustration Tome CXLVIII. La Guerre Juillet, Aout, Septembre, Octobre, Novembre, Decembre 1916." The photograph's origin is unknown, adding to its historical significance and intrigue. This photograph is a valuable historical artifact that provides a unique insight into the Battle of Verdun and the realities of trench warfare during the First World War.
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