WW1 AEF Aero 157th 1918 Verdun tank remains of German T7 in wartime Photo

Description: This is an original WWI photo from pilot Sgt Alexander Wilson, 157th Aero Squadron, 1918. Served primarily out of Chatillon-sur-Seine, France. After the war he went on to the Second Corps School. These photos appear to have been taken by either him or others in his squadron and many are likely one of a kind. The back side of most photos from his scrapbook have remnants from being glued in. See photos for condition. Type & Size: A 4x3 original photograph. Condition: The photos from this lot are very old and condition varies. Please see photos. The back side of most photos in this lot have remnants from being glued in a scrapbook. This original World War I photograph, attributed to Sgt. Alexander Wilson of the 157th Aero Squadron, captures a desolate scene from Verdun in 1918. The image showcases the remains of a German T7 tank amidst a landscape scarred by war, with debris strewn across the terrain and barren trees in the background. This moment likely reflects the aftermath of one of the most significant battles in WWI, where the destruction was extensive and profound. The Battle of Verdun, fought between French and German forces, lasted from February to December 1916 and became emblematic of the war's brutality, with heavy casualties on both sides. The area witnessed a ferocious battle strategy that involved continuous shelling and trench warfare, leading to an immense loss of life. The remnants of military equipment, such as the captured German tank visible in the photo, symbolize the ravages of conflict and the resilience of the soldiers involved, reminding viewers of the historical significance of this location. VERDUN. REMAINS OF GERMAN T7.

Price: 26 USD

Location: Carlsbad, California

End Time: 2024-12-29T00:28:36.000Z

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