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WW1 - Thessaloniki, Greece - Local People examining Aircraft
WW1 - Thessaloniki, Greece - Local People examining the French Farman Aircraft Squadron - part of the International Expeditionary Force based at Thessaloniki and fighting on the Macedonian Front. Date: circa 1916
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Airport Amazed Expeditionary Farman Inhabitants Interested Macedonian Markings Observing Population Salonica Salonika Squadron Thesalonica Thesalonika Thessalonica Thessalonika Thessaloniki Watching Base
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This evocative photograph captures a moment of wonder and curiosity as local people of Thessaloniki, Greece, gather around a French Farman aircraft from the International Expeditionary Force based at Thessaloniki. Dating back to circa 1916, during the First World War, this image provides a glimpse into the fascination that the new technology of flight held for the population living near the Macedonian Front. The French Farman aircraft squadron, part of the RAF, was an essential component of the Allied forces, and their base at Thessaloniki served as a crucial hub for air operations. The intricate markings on the plane's exterior attest to its military significance. The local inhabitants, dressed in traditional clothing, seem amazed and interested as they observe the aircraft up close, their expressions reflecting a sense of awe and excitement. This historical photograph offers a unique perspective on the intersection of war and daily life during WWI, as well as the universal appeal of aviation.
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