Hindenburg Line Collection

British tanks advancing to attack the Hindenburg Line at Bellicourt, France, World War I
6000120 British tanks advancing to attack the Hindenburg Line at Bellicourt, France, World War I, 29 September 1918 (b/w photo) by English Photographer

The Theatre of War on the Western Front, (c1920). Creator: Unknown
The Theatre of War on the Western Front, (c1920). Map Showing the Main Battle Lines from September 1914 to November 1918. Northern France and Belgium during the First World War: also shown are: 1

Tin-hatted British troops in the front line opposite St. Quentin during the advance in 1917 to the Hindenburg line on the Western Front during WWI. From The Pageant of the Century, published 1934

WORLD WAR I: FRENCH POSTER. The French Infantry in Battle. Lithograph poster, 1915, depicting a French soldier in uniform, standing before a map of France, with the Hindenburg Line in red ink

The capture of a German blockhouse, Croisilles, France, World War I, c1917-c1918. Artist: Realistic Travels Publishers
The capture of a German blockhouse, Croisilles, France, World War I, c1917-c1918. During the assault on the Hindenburg Line. Stereoscopic card. Detail

British troops in a captured trench, Hindenburg Line, France, World War I, 1917-1918. The Hindenburg Line was a vast system of defences built on the Western Front by the Germans in the winter of

Trench warfare on the Hindenburg Line, Bellicourt, France, World War I, 1917-1918. Artist: Realistic Travels Publishers
Trench warfare on the Hindenburg Line, Bellicourt, France, World War I, 1917-1918. The Hindenburg Line was a vast system of defences built on the Western Front by the Germans in the winter of

Trench warfare on the Wotan Line, Queant, France, World War I, 1917-1918. Artist: Realistic Travels Publishers
Trench warfare on the Wotan Line, Queant, France, World War I, 1917-1918. The Wotan Line was the northernmost section of the Hindenburg Line, between Lille and St Quentin. Stereoscopic Card Details

16 inch railway gun which pulverised the Hindenburg Line, World War I, France, 1917-1918. Stereoscopic card detail

British soldiers attacking the Hindenburg Line, World War I, 1917-1918. Artist: Realistic Travels Publishers
British soldiers attacking the Hindenburg Line, World War I, 1917-1918. Soldiers bombing Germans out of their deep dug-out with grenades

WORLD WAR I: MAP, 1918. Map showing the position of forces on 4 November 1918, seven days before the armistice was signed

WORLD WAR I: GERMAN GUN. A 5. 9-inch Krupp gun captured by Canadian forces during
WORLD WAR I: GERMAN GUN. A 5.9-inch Krupp gun captured by Canadian forces during their drive against the Hindenburg Line in the fall of 1918

WORLD WAR I: RELAXATION. British troops taking a break after a battle victory along the Hindenburg Line on the Western Front during World War I. Photograph, 1916-1918

WORLD WAR I: OBSERVATION. German artillery observation post on the summit of a tall tree near the Hindenburg line on the Western Front. Photographed during World War I, 1916-1918

WORLD WAR I: PARADE, c1919. Troops who broke the Hindenburg Line of defence in France, at a parade down Fifth Avenue in New York City. Stereograph, March 1919

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In a gallant assault, the vaunted Hindenburg Line at Bellicourt is pierced by our brave soldiers, advancing three miles deep into enemy territory. Observers on the left watch in awe as Australian artillery shells rain down upon the Germans. A lorry load of Australian Artillery reinforcements make their way along the road to join the relentless fight. With impetuous determination, our infantry storms and seizes successive entrenchments of the formidable Wotan Line. British tanks advance towards the Hindenburg Line at Bellicourt, captured forever in a black and white photograph that immortalizes their bravery. Limbers of the 6th Brigade of Australian Field Artillery tirelessly bring up ammunition to support our troops on this treacherous battlefield. The Theatre of War on the Western Front stands as a haunting reminder of sacrifice and valor, its creator unknown but its impact undeniable. The capture of a German blockhouse in Croisilles showcases both courage and strategic brilliance during World War I. In another poignant image, British troops find solace within a captured trench along the Hindenburg Line. Trench warfare becomes an indelible part of their lives as they navigate through unimaginable challenges day after day. The Wotan Line in Queant witnesses yet more trench warfare during this tumultuous time period; artists from Realistic Travels Publishers vividly depict these scenes with painstaking detail. A colossal 16-inch railway gun pulverizes any remnants of resistance along the Hindenburg Line - an awe-inspiring display of firepower that leaves no doubt about our determination to overcome all obstacles thrown our way. As we reflect upon these images from France during World War I, let us honor those who fought bravely against insurmountable odds while reminding ourselves never to forget their sacrifices.