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Tombe a la Mer; L'equipage du zeppelin L-15, atteint d'un obus a l'arriere, au cours d'un raid sur Creator: Unknown
Tombe a la Mer; L'equipage du zeppelin L-15, atteint d'un obus a l'arriere, au cours d'un raid sur l'Est de l'Angleterre et tombe dans l'estuaire de la Tamise, 1916. From "L'Album de la Guerre 1914-1919, Volume 1" [L'Illustration, Paris, 1924]
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Tombe a la Mer; L'equipage du zeppelin L-15, atteint d'un obus a l'arriere, au cours d'un raid sur l'Est de l'Angleterre et tombe dans l'estuaire de la Tamise, 1916
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is a poignant and historic photograph from "L'Album de la Guerre 1914-1919, Volume 1" published by L'Illustration, Paris, in 1924. The image captures the aftermath of a devastating attack during the First World War, as the wreckage of the German Zeppelin L-15 lies submerged in the water, with searchlights illuminating the scene and rescue boats approaching. The Zeppelin L-15 was a rigid airship used for reconnaissance and bombing raids by the German military during the First World War. In this particular raid, the airship was shot down over the English Channel and crashed into the Thames Estuary. The photograph shows the crew members, some injured and others in shock, as they are rescued from the water by nearby trawlers. The image is a powerful reminder of the brutal realities of aerial warfare during this time, as well as the heroic efforts of the rescue services to save lives in the face of danger. The black and white composition adds to the sense of drama and historical significance, making it a valuable addition to any collection of First World War imagery. Despite the passage of time, this photograph continues to evoke a sense of awe and wonder at the technological innovations of the era, as well as the human stories that underpin the history of conflict. It is a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by all those involved in the First World War, and a testament to the enduring power of photography to capture and preserve history.
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