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Le Zeppelin "L-15" abattu dans l'estuaire de la Tamise; Le "L-15" photographie au petit... 1916. Creator: Daily Sketch. Le Zeppelin "L-15" abattu dans l'estuaire de la Tamise; Le "L-15" photographie au petit... 1916
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Le Zeppelin "L-15" abattu dans l'estuaire de la Tamise; Le "L-15" photographie au petit... 1916. Creator: Daily Sketch. Le Zeppelin "L-15" abattu dans l'estuaire de la Tamise; Le "L-15" photographie au petit... 1916
Le Zeppelin "L-15" abattu dans l'estuaire de la Tamise; Le "L-15" photographie au petit jour, le !er avril, tandis qu'on essayait de le remorquer vers la cote du come de Kent. Un peu plus tard, la brisure s'accentua, le milieu s'enfonca et le dirigeable finit par couler, 1916. From "Collection de la Guerre IV. L'Illustration Tome CXLVII. La Guerre Janvier, Fevrier, Mars, Avril, Mai, Juin 1916"
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Le Zeppelin L-15" - a German airship from World War I, infamously known as the "L-15," met its end in the early hours of April 1, 1916, in the estuary of the River Thames, near the coast of Kent, England. This haunting photograph, taken by the Daily Sketch, captures the aftermath of the tragic event. The L-15, which had been attempting to navigate through the English Channel, was pursued relentlessly by British forces. In the twilight hours, the airship was successfully shot down, and efforts began to tow it to the shore for salvage. However, as the image reveals, the damage sustained during the attack proved to be too severe. The hull began to break apart, and the vessel soon sank to the bottom of the water. This poignant image, taken from the "Collection de la Guerre IV" and published in "La Guerre Janvier, Fevrier, Mars, Avril, Mai, Juin 1916" by the Daily Sketch, offers a glimpse into the brutal realities of aerial warfare during the early 20th century. The photograph's stark contrast and the eerie stillness of the scene underscore the significance of the moment, as the once mighty Zeppelin L-15 became just another casualty of the Great War. The image depicts a pivotal moment in military history, with boats and tugboats attempting to salvage the wreckage, while the L-15 lies helplessly in the water. The photograph is a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made during this tumultuous period and the evolving nature of warfare. The L-15's demise marked a turning point in the war, as the British forces became increasingly adept at countering the threat posed by German airships. This evocative image, with its rich historical context, stands as a testament to the enduring power of photography in capturing the essence of history and the human experience.
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