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'Les combats au Nord de la Somme; Dans les ruines de Curlu, 1916. Creator: Unknown
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'Les combats au Nord de la Somme; Dans les ruines de Curlu, 1916. Creator: Unknown
Les combats au Nord de la Somme; Dans les ruines de Curlu, 1916. From "Collection de la Guerre IV. L'Illustration Tome CXLVIII. La Guerre Juillet, Aout, Septembre, Octobre, Novembre, Decembre 1916"
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Battle Of The Somme Conflict Dead Dead Bodies Dead Body Destruction Devestation France Europe Lillustration Shell Damage Somme Front Somme Offensive Western Front Battlefield
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Les combats au Nord de la Somme; Dans les ruines de Curlu
EDITORS COMMENTS
(The Battles in the North of the Somme: In the Ruins of Curlu), a haunting photograph from 1916, captures the devastating impact of the Battle of the Somme during the First World War. The location, identified as Curlu in the Hauts-de-France region of France, was a significant battleground in the Somme Offensive, which took place between July and November of 1916. The photograph, from the "Collection de la Guerre IV. L'Illustration Tome CXLVIII. La Guerre Juillet, Aout, Septembre, Octobre, Novembre, Decembre 1916," depicts the aftermath of the brutal conflict. The image is filled with the remnants of war: dead bodies lying in the mud, the destruction of buildings, and the shell damage that scarred the once peaceful landscape. The soldiers in the photograph, their faces etched with exhaustion and despair, stand amidst the devastation. The image is a poignant reminder of the human cost of war, with the lifeless bodies of comrades serving as a stark contrast to the living soldiers. The photograph, taken in the early 20th century, is a powerful testament to the horrors of the First World War. It is a visual representation of the concept of war, with its themes of conflict, destruction, and death. The image, though heart-wrenching, is an important historical document, providing a glimpse into the past and serving as a reminder of the sacrifices made during the war. The creator of the photograph is unknown, adding to the mystery and intrigue surrounding the image. The photograph, in its black and white simplicity, is a poignant reminder of the past and the indelible mark that war leaves on the world. The photograph, "Les combats au Nord de la Somme; Dans les ruines de Curlu," is a powerful and evocative image that continues to resonate with viewers, offering a glimpse into the past and a reminder of the human cost of war.
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