Wwi / 1915 / Verdun Patrol

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Wwi / 1915 / Verdun Patrol

A German night patrol before Verdun

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Media ID 623478

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Patrol Verdun

EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures a German night patrol before the infamous Battle of Verdun during World War I in 1915. The soldiers are depicted moving stealthily through the darkness, their silhouettes barely visible against the backdrop of war-torn landscape. This image offers a glimpse into the harsh realities faced by troops on the Western Front during one of history's most devastating conflicts. The Battle of Verdun was one of the longest and bloodiest battles in World War I, lasting for nearly ten months and resulting in hundreds of thousands of casualties on both sides. The strategic importance of Verdun led to intense fighting as German and French forces clashed in a brutal struggle for control. The intensity and danger faced by these German soldiers on patrol is palpable in this photograph, highlighting the courage and sacrifice required to navigate such treacherous terrain under cover of darkness. It serves as a poignant reminder of the human cost of war and the profound impact it has on those who serve on its front lines. Mary Evans Picture Library has captured a powerful moment in history with this evocative image, offering viewers a window into the harrowing events that unfolded at Verdun during World War I.

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