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'L'entrée Solennelle de Britanniques a Lille; Le maire, M. Delesalle, remet au... 1918. Creator: Unknown
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'L'entrée Solennelle de Britanniques a Lille; Le maire, M. Delesalle, remet au... 1918. Creator: Unknown
'L'entree Solennelle de Britanniques a Lille; Le maire, M. Delesalle, remet au generalBirdwood, commandant la 5th armee, unfanion par les Lillois; au premier rang des autorites groupees derriere le maire, on reconnait l'eveque, Mgr Charost, a la gauche du prefet, 1918. From "L'Album de la Guerre 1914-1919, Volume 2" [L'Illustration, Paris, 1924]
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Aftermath Celebration Celebrations Conflict Crowds France Europe Hundred Days Offensive Liberated Liberation Lille Nord Pas De Calais France Lillustration Offensive Victorious Victory Western Front
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L'Entrée Solennelle de Britanniques a Lille; Le Maire, M. Delesalle, remet au Général Birdwood, commandant la 5ème Armée, une fanion par les Lillois, 1918" (Solemn Entrance of the British to Lille; Mayor Delesalle presents the flag to General Birdwood, commander of the 5th Army, on behalf of the Lillois) is an evocative photograph from the aftermath of the First World War. The image, published in "L'Album de la Guerre 1914-1919, Volume 2" by L'Illustration, Paris, 1924, captures a significant moment in the history of the Hundred Days Offensive. The scene is set in Lille, Nord-Pas-de-Calais, France, a town liberated from German occupation during the final stages of the war. The victorious British soldiers, led by their commander, General Sir William Riddell Birdwood, are warmly welcomed by the local population. The mayor of Lille, M. Delesalle, is seen presenting the British Army with a flag as a symbol of gratitude and appreciation. Standing behind the mayor, other dignitaries are recognizable in the crowd, including the bishop, Mgr Charost, and the prefect. The image is a testament to the unity and camaraderie that emerged from the hardships of war. The soldiers, their faces etched with the marks of battle, stand proudly, their expressions filled with relief and triumph. The photograph, taken in the aftermath of the war, is a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made during the conflict and the spirit of victory that prevailed. The image, though devoid of color, is rich in history and emotion, a powerful reminder of the human spirit that endured the challenges of the First World War. The print, an important historical document, is a valuable addition to any collection focused on the First World War, military history, or the history of France during the 20th century. It is a testament to the enduring power of images to capture and preserve history for future generations.
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