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Victorieuse Offensive Italienne; L'outillage du bombardement: un gros obusier en action... 1917. Creator: Unknown
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Victorieuse Offensive Italienne; L'outillage du bombardement: un gros obusier en action... 1917. Creator: Unknown
Victorieuse Offensive Italienne; L'outillage du bombardement: un gros obusier en action sur la rive droite de l'Isonzo, 1917. First World War: Italian offensive; bombardment equipment: a large howitzer in action on the right bank of the Isonzo. From "L'Album de la Guerre 1914-1919, Volume 2" [L'Illustration, Paris, 1924]
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This photograph, titled "Victorieuse Offensive Italienne; L'outillage du bombardement: un gros obusier en action sur la rive droite de l'Isonzo" (Victorious Italian Offensive; Bombardment Equipment: A Large Howitzer in Action on the Right Bank of the Isonzo), was published in "L'Album de la Guerre 1914-1919, Volume 2" by L'Illustration, Paris, in 1924. The image captures the intensity and power of the Italian offensive during the First World War, specifically the bombardment along the Isonzo Front in 1917. The photograph showcases a large 8 mark V howitzer in action, its massive size and intricate details revealed in the black and white image. The gun, a crucial piece of heavy artillery, is positioned on the riverbank, with men in uniforms nearby, ready to load and fire the weapon. The surrounding area is barren and rocky, reflecting the harsh conditions of the battlefield. The image also reveals the vast amount of ammunition and munitions nearby, underscoring the destructive power of the weapon. The photograph is a poignant reminder of the technological advancements and devastating impact of warfare during the 1910s. The image's title, "Victorieuse Offensive Italienne," suggests the success of the Italian offensive, but the photograph also underscores the immense human cost of such victories. The photograph is a significant historical artifact, providing a glimpse into the events and experiences of the First World War.
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