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A Street in Lille, (1919). Creator: Unknown
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A Street in Lille, (1919). Creator: Unknown
A Street in Lille, (1919). Dead horses in a street, scene from the First World War, 1914-1919: Photograph taken shortly after one of the battles in the manufacturing town of Lille [in northern France], engagements which were desperate in their intensity. The Germans occupied the town on August 21, and for months it became the object of bombardment and attack by the French and their endeavour to drive them out. From " The History of the Great European War: its causes and effects", Vol. III, by W. Stanley Macbean Knight. [Caxton Pulishing Company, Limited, London, 1919]
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A Street in Lille, (1919): A Haunting Reminder of the First World War This powerful print captures the devastating aftermath of one of the fierce battles that ravaged the manufacturing town of Lille during the First World War. Taken shortly after a desperate engagement between German occupiers and French forces, this scene depicts a haunting sight: dead horses strewn across a desolate street. The image serves as a stark reminder of the intensity and destruction that defined this tumultuous period in history. The Germans seized control of Lille on August 21,1914, triggering months of relentless bombardment and attacks by French troops determined to reclaim their territory. The black-and-white composition adds to the somber atmosphere, emphasizing both the monochrome reality faced by those living through these dark times and highlighting every detail within this tragic tableau. The unknown creator's lens captured not only an avenue marred by death but also symbolized countless lives lost during this brutal conflict. Preserved within "The History of the Great European War" published in London in 1919, this photograph stands as a testament to human resilience amidst unimaginable devastation. It serves as an important historical artifact, reminding us never to forget the sacrifices made during World War I – sacrifices endured not only by soldiers but also innocent animals caught up in its horrors. As we gaze upon this poignant image today, let it serve as a solemn tribute to all those who suffered and perished on these war-torn streets.
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