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Paris Expects Germans
With the German invaders less than 50 kilometres from Paris, the city prepares for attack : trenches are dug near the Porte Maillot - fortunately, they will never be needed
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Attack Expects Fortunately Germans Invaders Kilometres Maillot Needed Porte Prepares Trenches
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In August 1914, as the ominous shadow of war loomed over Europe, Paris, the City of Light, braced itself for the imminent German invasion. With the enemy forces less than 50 kilometres from the city limits, Parisians took frantic measures to fortify their defenses and prepare for the inevitable attack. Amidst the chaos and uncertainty, the streets of Paris were transformed into a scene of frenzied activity. Trenches were dug near the Porte Maillot, a major gateway into the city, as part of the desperate efforts to create a defensive front against the advancing German army. The image captured in this photograph, from the extensive archives of Mary Evans Picture Library, depicts the scene of Paris Expects Germans. Fortunately, the trenches at Porte Maillot would never be needed. The German advance was halted at the Marne River, just southeast of Paris, in the First Battle of the Marne. The turning point of the war, this battle marked the beginning of the Allied counterattack and the eventual defeat of the German forces. This historical photograph is a poignant reminder of the tense and uncertain times that gripped Europe during the early days of World War I. As the world watched with bated breath, Paris, the proud and resilient city, stood firm against the threat of invasion, ready to defend its people and its heritage. This evocative image, taken in the early days of August 1914, is a testament to the indomitable spirit of Paris and its people, who, despite the looming danger, refused to yield to fear or despair. The trenches dug near Porte Maillot may have been unnecessary, but they serve as a powerful symbol of the determination and resilience of the human spirit in the face of adversity.
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