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Soldiers and others at Creil station, northern France, WW1
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Soldiers and others at Creil station, northern France, WW1
Soldiers and others at Creil station, northern France, during the early stages of the First World War. One of the men (centre) is an Algerian Spahi. Date: 1914
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This evocative photograph captures a bustling scene at Creil station, northern France, during the early stages of the First World War. The year is 1914, and the air is thick with anticipation and uncertainty. Soldiers in various uniforms, some French and others colonial, mill about on the platform, their expressions a mix of determination and apprehension. Among them is an Algerian Spahi, his distinctive red fez and curved scimitar at his side. Civilians, many with children in tow, also crowd the station, their faces etched with worry and concern. A soldier checks the tyres of a car, while others examine public notices and consult maps. A child gazes up at a military notice on the wall, oblivious to the tension around him. In the background, a petrol can and spare tyres are stacked against a wall, a reminder of the logistical challenges of mobilising such a large army. The scene is one of chaos and order, of people from all walks of life coming together in the face of an impending conflict. This photograph offers a glimpse into the complex and intricate web of human experience during wartime. It is a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by soldiers and civilians alike during the First World War, and the profound impact it had on the world as we know it.
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