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Turcos in taxicabs in Senlis, World War One
The taxicab in war. German occupiers of the town of Senlis, in France, in World War One, surprised by a dash of Turcos (native French colonial Algerian troops) who whirled into the town in taxicabs.
1914
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The Unexpected Arrival: Turcos in Taxicabs of Senlis during World War One This evocative photograph captures a surprising moment during the early days of the First World War, as German occupiers in the French town of Senlis were taken aback by the sudden appearance of Turcos – native French colonial Algerian troops – who arrived in taxicabs. The image, taken in 1914, offers a glimpse into the unexpected twists and turns of the conflict that unfolded in this small French town. The German forces had invaded France through neutral Belgium, and Senlis, located just 50 kilometers northwest of Paris, became an important strategic position for the advancing German troops. The arrival of the Turcos, part of the French colonial army, added an unexpected element to the battlefield. The taxicabs, a relatively new mode of transportation at the time, were an ideal means for the Turcos to quickly and efficiently reach the front lines. Their sudden appearance in the town of Senlis, with their distinctive uniforms and determined expressions, would have been a shock to the German occupiers. The photograph, taken by the Illustrated London News Ltd, provides a fascinating glimpse into the unexpected nature of war and the role that technology and transportation played in the conflict. The image also serves as a reminder of the diverse makeup of the armies involved in the First World War and the global reach of the conflict.
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