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Le sauvetage de marins allemands par l'equipage d'un sous-marin Britannique. 1916. Creator: Unknown
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Le sauvetage de marins allemands par l'equipage d'un sous-marin Britannique. 1916. Creator: Unknown
Le sauvetage de marins allemands par l'equipage d'un sous-marin Britannique, 1916. From "Collection de la Guerre IV. L'Illustration Tome CXLVII. La Guerre Janvier, Fevrier, Mars, Avril, Mai, Juin 1916"
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Conflict Lillustration Ocean Rescue Rescue Operation Rescued Rescuing Royal Navy Sailor Sailors Shipwreck Shipwrecked Submarine Naval Warfare
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Le sauvetage de marins allemands par l'équipage d'un sous-marin Britannique
EDITORS COMMENTS
(The rescue of German sailors by the crew of a British submarine), 1916, is a poignant and historic image capturing the spirit of camaraderie and humanity amidst the chaos and conflict of the First World War. The photograph, from the "Collection de la Guerre IV. L'Illustration Tome CXLVII. La Guerre Janvier, Fevrier, Mars, Avril, Mai, Juin 1916," depicts a remarkable moment in naval warfare when the crew of a British submarine bravely rescued their German counterparts from the icy waters of the North Sea. The image shows several British sailors, dressed in heavy coats and life jackets, pulling a group of shivering and bedraggled German sailors onto the deck of their submarine. The German sailors, some clinging to each other for support, are shown with expressions of relief and gratitude as they are saved from the frigid waters. The British submarine, with its conning tower and periscope, looms in the background, a testament to the technological prowess of both sides in the conflict. This powerful image underscores the complexities of war and the unexpected moments of human connection that can emerge even in the most hostile of environments. The photograph is a reminder of the bravery and selflessness of the sailors on both sides, who put aside their differences to save lives in the face of danger. The image also highlights the importance of the naval warfare during the First World War, which took place largely in the waters of the North Sea and Atlantic Ocean, and the role of the Royal Navy in protecting Britain's interests and ensuring the safety of its people.
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