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.This photograph depicts a somber scene from the Western Front during World War I, specifically in 1918. It captures the remnants of a bombed-out church sitting atop a hill, surrounded by rubble and a barren landscape. The church's distinct architectural features, including its steeple and weathered facade, indicate that it was once a prominent structure in a village that has likely faced destruction due to the ongoing conflict. The photo is monochromatic, highlighting the stark reality of war-torn areas.The destruction of churches and other significant buildings during World War I was a tragic occurrence across Europe, as both sides engaged in battles that often resulted in widespread devastation of civilian infrastructure. The war not only caused loss of life but also led to significant cultural and historical losses, as centuries-old buildings were reduced to ruins. Many communities struggled to rebuild after the conflict ended, a process that took years or even decades, impacting generations.
Price: 19.99 USD
Location: Carlsbad, California
End Time: 2024-12-09T04:14:31.000Z
Shipping Cost: 1.25 USD
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Return shipping will be paid by: Seller
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Type: Photograph
Subject: world war, church, ruins, bombing, Western Front, 1918
Theme: conflicts & wars, history, cultures & ethnicities, social histor
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