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'La Courte Occupation de Reims; Reims le cathedrale, 1914. Creator: Unknown
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'La Courte Occupation de Reims; Reims le cathedrale, 1914. Creator: Unknown
'La Courte Occupation de Reims; Reims le cathedrale, 1914. From "L'Album de la Guerre 1914-1919: Volume I". [L'Illustration, Paris, 1926]
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La Courte Occupation de Reims; Reims le cathedrale,
EDITORS COMMENTS
translated to "The Brief Occupation of Reims: Reims Cathedral," is a captivating photograph from the First World War era, specifically from 1914. The image is taken from "L'Album de la Guerre 1914-1919: Volume I" published by L'Illustration, Paris, in 1926. The creator of this evocative photograph remains unknown. The photograph depicts a scene of the German army's brief occupation of Reims, a city in the Champagne-Ardenne region of France. The focus of the image is the magnificent Reims Cathedral, a significant religious and historical landmark, which stands proudly amidst the chaos of war. The cathedral, also known as Notre-Dame de Reims, is adorned with intricate scaffolding, a common sight during the time due to the extensive damage caused by the war. In the foreground, a group of German soldiers can be seen, their horses tethered nearby. A lone soldier stands atop the cathedral, gazing out at the city, perhaps taking in the view or keeping watch. The image captures the contrast between the beauty of the cathedral and the harsh realities of war. The photograph is a poignant reminder of the impact of war on cultural and religious sites, as well as the people and animals caught up in the conflict. The image invites us to reflect on the human experience of war, and the transient nature of military occupation. Despite the unknown creator, this photograph remains a powerful visual representation of the First World War and the brief occupation of Reims. It is a testament to the enduring power of art and history to capture and preserve moments in time, even in the midst of conflict.
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