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Le torpillage du paquebot "Arabia"; un canot de passagers du paquebot-poste... 1916. Creator: Unknown. Le torpillage du paquebot "Arabia"; un canot de passagers du paquebot-poste... 1916. Creator: Unknown
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Le torpillage du paquebot "Arabia"; un canot de passagers du paquebot-poste... 1916. Creator: Unknown. Le torpillage du paquebot "Arabia"; un canot de passagers du paquebot-poste... 1916. Creator: Unknown
Le torpillage du paquebot "Arabia"; un canot de passagers du paquebot-poste anglais "Arabia", torpille par un sous-marin allemand. 6 novembre, 1916. From "Collection de la Guerre IV. L'Illustration Tome CXLVIII. La Guerre Juillet, Aout, Septembre, Octobre, Novembre, Decembre 1916". (A passenger boat from the English mail liner "Arabia", torpedoed by a German submarine. November 6)
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Le Torpillage du Paquebot «Arabia»; un Canot de Passagers du Paquebot-Poste Anglais... 1916" is a haunting photograph capturing the aftermath of a tragic event during the First World War. The image, created by an unknown artist, depicts a passenger lifeboat from the English mail liner "Arabia," which was torpedoed by a German submarine on November 6, 1916. The photograph, published in the French magazine "L'Illustration" in December 1916, offers a bird's-eye view of the scene. The ocean is calm, and the Mediterranean Sea stretches out behind the lifeboat, which is filled with a group of survivors. Some are huddled together for warmth, while others stand at the edge of the boat, scanning the horizon for any sign of rescue. The men and women, dressed in their best clothes, appear shocked and disheveled, their faces etched with fear and uncertainty. The "Arabia" was a passenger-post office ship, carrying mail and passengers between Europe and the Middle East. The torpedoing of this vessel was a significant blow to the Allied war effort, as it disrupted communication lines and delayed the delivery of vital supplies. The photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the human cost of war, with its depiction of the survivors clinging to life in the midst of chaos and uncertainty. The photograph is a valuable historical artifact, offering a glimpse into a pivotal moment in world history. It is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the importance of solidarity and community in times of crisis. The image is also a reminder of the sacrifices made by ordinary people during wartime, and the role of the shipping industry in transporting goods and people across the world's oceans. Today, the photograph is a valuable addition to any collection of historical images or art related to the First World War. It is a powerful reminder of the past, and a testament to the enduring power of art to capture the essence of history.
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