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L'Arrivee du General Pershing; Le general debarque a Boulogne du transport, 1917. Creator: Jean Clair-Guyot. L'Arrivee du General Pershing; Le general debarque a Boulogne du transport, 1917. Creator: Jean Clair-Guyot
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L'Arrivee du General Pershing; Le general debarque a Boulogne du transport, 1917. Creator: Jean Clair-Guyot. L'Arrivee du General Pershing; Le general debarque a Boulogne du transport, 1917. Creator: Jean Clair-Guyot
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L'Arrivee du General Pershing; Le general debarque a Boulogne du transport Invicta,
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a captivating monochrome image created by Jean Clair-Guyot in 1917, immortalizes a pivotal moment in the First World War. The photograph, published in "L'Album de la Guerre 1914-1919, Volume 2" by L'Illustration, Paris, captures the arrival of General John J. Pershing, Commander in Chief of the American Expeditionary Forces (AEF), as he disembarks from the transport ship Invicta at Boulogne-sur-Mer, Nord-Pas-de-Calais, France. Dressed in a full military uniform, complete with a high-collared tunic, peaked cap, and boots with carriage-style tops, Pershing exudes an air of authority and determination. The general's boots, a testament to the era's military fashion, are prominently displayed as he steps down the gangplank, one foot at a time. The image encapsulates the concept of a country sending its commander to the battlefield, marking the beginning of significant American involvement in the First World War. The photograph, taken in black and white, offers a stark contrast between the crisp, formal attire of the general and the rough texture of the ship's deck. The image is a poignant reminder of the historical significance of this moment, as Pershing would go on to lead the AEF to victory and change the course of the war. The photograph stands as a testament to the enduring power of visual storytelling and the role it plays in documenting history.
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