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An exodus of Polish peasants from the Warsaw area of Poland. Around 10 million refugees accompanied the Russian army as it retreated through Galicia and Poland following the German breakthrough of the Eastern front at Gorlice in May 1915
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This poignant photograph captures the mass exodus of Polish peasants from the Warsaw area of Poland in August 1915, as they accompanied the retreating Russian army during the German breakthrough at Gorlice. The Eastern Front had seen heavy fighting since the beginning of the year, but the German forces, under the command of Paul von Hindenburg and Erich Ludendorff, managed to make significant gains in May, leading to the Russian army's withdrawal and the ensuing exodus of civilians. The image, taken on August 21, depicts a sea of people, mostly women and children, making their way through the countryside with meager possessions in tow. The scene is reminiscent of the biblical Exodus, with the desperate and weary refugees trudging along the road, their faces etched with the weight of their experiences. The photograph, taken by an unknown photographer and sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, is a poignant reminder of the human cost of war and the displacement it brings. The exodus of around 10 million Polish refugees accompanied the Russian army as it retreated through Galicia and Poland, marking one of the largest population movements in European history. The refugees faced numerous challenges, including hunger, disease, and harsh weather conditions, as they sought safety and security in the face of the advancing German forces. The photograph is a powerful reminder of the human impact of the First World War and the displacement it brought about. It is a testament to the resilience and determination of the Polish people, who endured unimaginable hardships in the face of war and its consequences.
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