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The Germans arrest civilians at Vise in Belgium, August 1914, (c1920). Creator: Unknown
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The Germans arrest civilians at Vise in Belgium, August 1914, (c1920). Creator: Unknown
The Germans arrest civilians at Vise in Belgium, August 1914, (c1920). The Germans First Attempt to Strike Terror into Belgian Hearts: the invaders at Vise, with the civilian population (shown in the hollow) under arrest, after the town had been committed to the flames. Start of the First World War: German forces entered Belgium at the beginning of August 1914, and occupied the town of Vise. A small group of Belgian gendarmes who opposed them were killed. A few days later German soldiers killed civilians and destroyed buildings. From " The Great World War - A History" Volume I, edited by Frank A Mumby. [The Gresham Publishing Company Ltd, London, c1920]
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The Germans Arrest Civilians at Vise in Belgium, August 1914 - A Harrowing Glimpse into the Start of World War I
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. This powerful print captures a chilling moment during the early days of World War I. In August 1914, German forces entered Belgium and occupied the town of Vise. The image depicts a haunting scene where civilians are being arrested by German soldiers after their beloved town had been set ablaze. The invaders sought to strike terror into Belgian hearts, and this act was their first attempt to do so. The civilian population is shown huddled together in a hollow, surrounded by armed soldiers who have taken them captive. It is a stark reminder of the brutality that unfolded during those tumultuous times. Belgian gendarmes who bravely opposed the German occupation were tragically killed just before this incident occurred. Days later, more innocent civilians lost their lives as buildings were destroyed by ruthless invaders. This historic photograph comes from "The Great World War - A History" edited by Frank A Mumby and published around 1920. Its black-and-white composition adds to its somber tone, emphasizing the gravity of these events. As we reflect on this image today, it serves as a poignant reminder of the devastating consequences war can have on ordinary people caught in its crossfire. It stands as a testament to human resilience and an urgent call for peace amidst conflict-ridden times.
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