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French camp - Thessaloniki
The French army camp - Thessaloniki, Greece. This fascinating card has a strong historical interest - In 1915, during World War I, a large Allied expeditionary force landed at Thessaloniki as the base for operations against pro-German Bulgaria. Unfortunately, most of the old town was destroyed by a single fire on 18th August 1917, accidentally sparked by French soldiers in encampments at the city (as depicted on this postcard). The fire left some 72, 000 homeless, many of them Turkish, of a population of approximately 271, 157 at the time. This card was sent in October 1917 by a French soldier based at the camp.
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This evocative postcard image transports us back in time to the French army camp in Thessaloniki, Greece, during World War I. In 1915, an Allied expeditionary force, including French troops, landed at Thessaloniki to establish a base for operations against pro-German Bulgaria. The camp, as depicted on this postcard, served as a vital hub for logistics, accommodation, transportation, and supply lines for the Allied forces. Unfortunately, the history of this camp is marred by a tragic event. On 18th August 1917, a fire broke out in the camp, accidentally sparked by French soldiers. The fire quickly spread, engulfing much of the old town and leaving an estimated 72,000 people, many of them Turkish, homeless. The population of Thessaloniki at the time was approximately 271,157. This postcard was sent in October 1917 by a French soldier based at the camp. The image shows a bustling scene of activity, with soldiers and supplies filling the frame. Wagons and carts laden with provisions and stores are arranged neatly, while ambulances and medical supplies are on standby, ready to attend to the wounded. The camp's barracks and encampments can be seen in the background, with crates and boxes stacked high. This postcard offers a fascinating glimpse into the history of Thessaloniki during a pivotal moment in World War I. The image captures the sense of urgency and activity that characterized the Allied forces' efforts to maintain their presence in the region and counter the threat of pro-German Bulgaria. Despite the tragic events that unfolded during this time, the postcard remains a testament to the resilience and determination of the soldiers who served in this important base.
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