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Railway engine run off the lines, Maricourt, France, WW1
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Railway engine run off the lines, Maricourt, France, WW1
A railway engine which has run off the lines at Maricourt, northern France, during the First World War. With British and (probably) French soldiers. Date: September 1916
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This evocative photograph captures a pivotal moment during the First World War at Maricourt, northern France, in September 1916. A British or possibly French railway engine, veering off the tracks, lies stranded amidst the rugged terrain. The engine, a testament to the relentless demands of war, had likely been transporting troops and supplies when it derailed. The scene is filled with a sense of chaos and unpredictability, as soldiers from both the British and French armies gather around, assessing the damage and attempting to rectify the situation. The steam engine, a symbol of industrial might, lies powerless, its once mighty wheels now still. The men, dressed in their uniforms, stand determinedly, their faces etched with the weariness and grit of war. The image serves as a poignant reminder of the harsh realities of the Great War and the tenacity of those who fought in it.
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