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Eastern Front towns under WWI German occupation
3781637 Eastern Front towns under WWI German occupation; (add.info.: Eastern Front towns under World War I German occupation.Taken from photograph, shows German troops in front of burnt-out buildings. Caption reads: Strasze des von den Russen ausgebrannten Schaulen'/ A street in Schaulen which has been burnt out by the Russians. Next to bunrt out building, sign points the way to army HQ ('Oberkommando'). (now iauliai, modern day Lithuania. Polish: Szawle, Russian: Shavli - historic)
From Eroberte Stadte im Osten collection (Heft/book 38)); Lebrecht History
Media ID 33391176
© Lebrecht History / Bridgeman Images
Deutsch Eastern Front First War 1914 1918 First World War 1st World War German Soldiers Latvia Latvian Latvians Libau 1914 1918 1914 1918 Wwi Ww One First World War 1914 1918 Occupation Social History
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This print captures the haunting reality of Eastern Front towns under German occupation during World War I. The image showcases a group of German troops standing in front of burnt-out buildings, serving as a stark reminder of the destruction caused by the war. The caption reveals that this particular street is located in Schaulen, known today as iauliai in modern-day Lithuania. The devastating impact of the conflict becomes evident through the charred remnants and ruins that surround these soldiers. A sign pointing towards army headquarters ('Oberkommando') stands next to one of the burnt-out structures, emphasizing the military presence in this once-thriving town. Originally titled 'Strasze des von den Russen ausgebrannten Schaulen' or 'A street in Schaulen which has been burnt out by the Russians, ' this photograph provides a glimpse into the social history and turmoil experienced on Europe's eastern front during this tumultuous period. The image belongs to Lebrecht History's collection called 'Eroberte Stadte im Osten' (Conquered Cities in the East), specifically featured in Heft/book 38. It serves as an invaluable historical document, shedding light on not only Germany's involvement but also Russia's role and its destructive actions within occupied territories like Schaulen. As we reflect upon this early 20th-century photograph, it reminds us of both human resilience and tragedy amidst war. Through Bridgeman Images' Fine Art Finder platform, viewers can delve into our shared past and witness firsthand how conflicts shape nations and communities alike. This poignant snapshot from World War I offers a window into an era marked by devastation, occupation, and ultimately paves way for understanding our collective history.
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