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Au camp de Souilly - Verdun, 1916
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Au camp de Souilly - Verdun, 1916
Au camp de Souilly - Verdun, 1916 German prisoners with a mounted French escort. Jean-Jacques Berne-Bellecour (1874-1939)
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1874 Bellecour Berne Escort Jacques Mounted Prisoners Topographical Verdun
Au camp de Souilly - Verdun, 1916
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is a poignant and historically significant painting by French artist Jean-Jacques Berne-Bellecour, capturing a moment during the First World War at the German prisoner-of-war camp in Souilly, near Verdun. The image portrays a group of German prisoners, their faces etched with the weariness and despair of captivity, being escorted by French soldiers on horseback. The soldiers, with stern expressions and alert posture, maintain a watchful eye over their charges. The camp, situated amidst a barren and desolate landscape, is a stark reminder of the harsh realities of war. The painting, created in 1916, offers a glimpse into the daily life of the prisoners and their captors during this pivotal period in history. The First Battle of Verdun, which took place from February to December 1916, was one of the longest and deadliest battles of the war, resulting in over 700,000 casualties. The camp at Souilly held thousands of German prisoners, many of whom were wounded or sick, and the conditions were often harsh and inhumane. Berne-Bellecour, born in 1874 and passing away in 1939, was a prolific painter and illustrator, known for his topographical and military works. This painting, with its meticulous attention to detail and evocative portrayal of the human condition, stands as a testament to the artist's skill and sensitivity. The image not only offers a historical record of a pivotal moment during the First World War but also serves as a poignant reminder of the human cost of conflict.
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