Description: This photo is from a collection of original WW1 photographs acquired from a large archive of WW1 Western Front images.Type & Size: A 5.5x3.5 original photograph.Condition: Fair to good condition for the age; some images have flaking of edges or light wear. Please see photos. Curling on most photographs as is typical from this era.A stark black and white photograph depicting the ruins of houses along a dirt road, taken in Apremont, France, in the aftermath of World War I around 1918. The scene captures the destruction wrought by the war, showcasing crumbled buildings and a barren landscape with sparse trees. The photo is oriented looking west, providing a glimpse into the once-inhabited town now reduced to rubble.Apremont was a site of significant conflict during World War I, particularly noted for its strategic importance in the battles fought between Allied and Central Powers, leading to extensive destruction. The image serves as a poignant reminder of the war's toll on European towns and the slow process of recovery in the post-war years. Many areas, including Apremont, faced challenges in rebuilding due to the extensive damage sustained and the socio-economic strains following the conflict.Present in this photo: none.
Price: 19.99 USD
Location: Carlsbad, California
End Time: 2024-10-09T02:46:07.000Z
Shipping Cost: 1.25 USD
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Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Type: Photograph
Subject: war, destruction, historical, Apremont
Theme: conflicts & wars, history, social history, militaria
Featured Person/Artist: none
Production Technique: Gelatin-Silver Print
Year of Production: 1918
Original/Licensed Reprint: Original
Size: 5.5x3.5 inches
Time Period Manufactured: 1900-1924
Number of Photographs: 1
Antique: Yes
Unit of Sale: Single Piece
Vintage: Yes
Framing: Unframed
