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Le jour de gloire; le general Gouraud arrive sur la place de la Concorde: derriere lui... 1919. Creator: Unknown
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Le jour de gloire; le general Gouraud arrive sur la place de la Concorde: derriere lui... 1919. Creator: Unknown
Le jour de gloire; le general Gouraud arrive sur la place de la Concorde: derriere lui, toute la perspective des Champs-Elysees jusqu'a l'Arc de l'Etoile, 1919. From "L'Album de la Guerre 1914-1919, Volume 2" [L'Illustration, Paris, 1924]
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Le jour de gloire - General Gouraud Arrives on the Place de la Concorde - Behind Him, the Entire Perspective of the Champs-Elysees up to the Arc de Triomphe, 1919
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is a captivating photograph from the aftermath of the First World War. The image, created by an unknown photographer, was first published in the French magazine "L'Illustration" in 1924 as part of the album "L'Album de la Guerre 1914-1919, Volume 2." The photograph captures a momentous occasion in Paris, France, as General Henri Joseph Étienne Gouraud, a prominent French military commander, rides triumphantly on horseback into the Place de la Concorde. The Place de la Concorde, a significant public square in Paris, serves as the backdrop for this historic event. Behind Gouraud, the entire perspective of the Champs-Elysees, one of the most famous avenues in the world, stretches out towards the Arc de Triomphe. Gouraud, dressed in his military uniform, leads a procession of soldiers and horses, marking the end of the war and the beginning of the postwar celebrations. The photograph encapsulates the spirit of victory and honor, with the general's determined gaze and the proud stance of his horse. The image is a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made during the First World War and the joy and relief that came with its conclusion. The photograph, with its timeless composition and powerful imagery, is a testament to the enduring legacy of the First World War and the indomitable human spirit. It is a valuable addition to any collection of historical photographs, providing a unique glimpse into a pivotal moment in world history.
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