The crater of an exploded mine

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The crater of an exploded mine

A photograph showing one side of a crater left by the detonation of a buried mine by the French army as part of the Somme offensive of 1916. The crater was reported to have been between fifty and sixty yards across, with a depth of over one hundred feet

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Buried Crater Depth Detonation Exploded Feet Fifty Hundred Mine Offensive Reported Sixty Somme Yards

EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the aftermath of a devastating event in the history of warfare: the detonation of a buried mine during the Somme Offensive of 1916. The French army, in their efforts to gain ground against the German forces, employed the use of these explosives, which were hidden beneath the ground and detonated to create craters large enough to house artillery batteries or infantry units. This particular crater, as reported, measured between fifty and sixty yards across and had a depth of over one hundred feet. The image shows one side of the crater, the ground around it still smoldering from the intense heat and pressure released during the explosion. The decimated landscape is a stark reminder of the destructive power of war and the immense impact it can have on the land and those who inhabit it. The Somme Offensive, which took place from July to November 1916, was one of the largest battles of World War I and is considered one of the bloodiest in history, with over one million casualties reported. This photograph is an important historical record of the devastation caused during this conflict and serves as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by soldiers on both sides. The crater, now a relic of the past, stands as a testament to the destructive power of war and the enduring impact it has on the land and those who lived through it. This image, taken from Mary Evans Prints Online, is a valuable historical resource and a powerful reminder of the cost of conflict.

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