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Aerial photograph with WWI trenches, 1918 (b / w photo)
1768699 Aerial photograph with WWI trenches, 1918 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); The Royal Institution, London, UK; (add.info.: Aerial photograph from an album belonging to Nobel Prize-winning physicist William Lawrence Bragg (31 March 1890 - 1 July 1971) showing the beginning of the the Riqueval tunnel on St Quentins canal which runs under the village of Bellicourt, 30 January 1918. The lines of trenches and tracks can be picked out alongside the canal itself, including the trenches of the Hindenberg Line to the top right of the image. The photograph has been marked with an arrow pointing north and a small white cross, possibly related to sound ranging.); eRoyal Institution; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22560948
© Royal Institution / Bridgeman Images
Aerial Birds Eye View Canal Canals Earthworks Reconnaissance Trench Trenches Tunnels William Lawrence Bragg 1914 1918 1914 1918 Wwi Ww One Bellicourt First World War 1914 1918 Great War St Quentin
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This black and white aerial photograph captures a haunting glimpse into the trenches of World War I. Taken in 1918 by an English photographer, it is part of an album belonging to Nobel Prize-winning physicist William Lawrence Bragg. The image showcases the Riqueval tunnel on St Quentins canal, which runs beneath the village of Bellicourt. The intricate network of trenches and tracks can be seen alongside the canal, including those forming the Hindenburg Line in the top right corner. The photograph has been marked with an arrow pointing north and a small white cross, possibly indicating sound ranging techniques used during reconnaissance missions. From this bird's eye view, one can truly appreciate the vastness and complexity of these earthworks that shaped history. It offers a unique perspective on the landscape ravaged by war - a stark reminder of the immense challenges faced by soldiers on both sides. The Riqueval tunnel itself stands as a symbol of human ingenuity amidst conflict, allowing troops to traverse under enemy lines. This photograph serves as a testament to not only the destructive power unleashed during World War I but also humanity's ability to adapt and overcome adversity. With its historical significance and captivating composition, this print provides us with an invaluable window into one of humanity's darkest chapters – reminding us never to forget nor repeat such devastating conflicts.
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