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'La pression Croissante de Foch; les ruines de la collegiale de Saint-Quentin degagee... 1918. Creator: Unknown
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'La pression Croissante de Foch; les ruines de la collegiale de Saint-Quentin degagee... 1918. Creator: Unknown
'La pression Croissante de Foch; les ruines de la collegiale de Saint-Quentin degagee par la destruction des immeubles en bordure de la rue Saint-Andre, qui l'enserraient etroitement; au premier plan, le socle du monument commemoratif du siege de 1557 prive par l'ennemi des statues qu'il supportait, 1918. From "L'Album de la Guerre 1914-1919, Volume 2" [L'Illustration, Paris, 1924]
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Aftermath Conflict Debris Destruction France Europe Hundred Days Offensive Lillustration Offensive Rubble Shell Damage Western Front
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La pression Croissante de Foch - The Clearing of the Collegiale de Saint-Quentin... 1918
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is a poignant photograph capturing the aftermath of the Hundred Days Offensive during the First World War. The image, created by an unknown photographer, was published in "L'Album de la Guerre 1914-1919, Volume 2" by L'Illustration, Paris, in 1924. The photograph depicts the ruins of the Collegiale de Saint-Quentin in Picardy, France, which had been tightly enclosed by buildings along Rue Saint-André. The relentless pressure of Marshal Ferdinand Foch's offensive had finally cleared the area, revealing the damaged remains of the collegiate church and its commemorative monument from the enemy's grasp. At the forefront of the image, the base of the monument, which once bore statues, is now hidden from view, a testament to the devastating impact of the war. The once grand structures have been reduced to debris and rubble, a stark reminder of the destruction wrought upon this historic town during the conflict. The photograph offers a glimpse into the devastating consequences of the war, showcasing the resilience and determination of the Allied forces as they pushed towards victory. The image serves as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made during the First World War and the indelible mark it left on the European landscape. The photograph, with its hauntingly beautiful yet melancholic tone, stands as a powerful representation of the historical significance of the Hundred Days Offensive and the enduring impact of the First World War on France and Europe as a whole. The unknown photographer's masterful composition and the publication's decision to share this image with the world serve as a testament to the power of visual storytelling and the enduring legacy of the First World War.
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