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Dix jours de bataille sur la Somme; Un periscope geant sur roues pris aux Allemands dans... 1916. Creator: Unknown
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Dix jours de bataille sur la Somme; Un periscope geant sur roues pris aux Allemands dans... 1916. Creator: Unknown
Dix jours de bataille sur la Somme; Un periscope geant sur roues pris aux Allemands dans ie bois d'Assevillers. L'appareil deploye a 15 metres de hauteur, 1916. From "Collection de la Guerre IV. L'Illustration Tome CXLVIII. La Guerre Juillet, Aout, Septembre, Octobre, Novembre, Decembre 1916"
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Dix jours de bataille sur la Somme - A Giant Periscope Captured from the Germans in the Woods of Assevillers, 1916
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This photograph captures a pivotal moment during the Battle of the Somme in the summer of 1916. The image, from the Collection de la Guerre IV and published in the French magazine L'Illustration, depicts a group of soldiers proudly standing next to a giant periscope that was captured from the Germans. The periscope, with its impressive height of 15 meters, was likely used for reconnaissance purposes, providing the Allies with valuable information about the enemy's movements and positions. The Battle of the Somme, which lasted for eleven weeks from July to November 1916, was one of the largest and bloodiest battles of the First World War. The conflict took place on the Western Front in France and involved the armies of the United Kingdom, France, and their allies against the German army. The battle is estimated to have resulted in over one million casualties. The photograph offers a glimpse into the harsh realities of trench warfare during this period. The soldiers, dressed in their uniforms and armed with rifles, are shown in a victorious pose, holding up their captured prize. The periscope, with its intricate design and large size, stands out against the backdrop of the wooded landscape, underscoring the advanced technology used by both sides in the conflict. The photograph is a powerful reminder of the intense and brutal nature of the First World War, and the lengths to which soldiers went to gain an advantage over their enemies. Despite the challenges and hardships, the soldiers' determination and resilience are evident in this image, making it a significant historical artifact of the conflict.
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