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La patrie retrouvee; A Haguenau un veteran de 81 ans, revetu de l'uniforme du 20e... 1918. Creator: Unknown
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La patrie retrouvee; A Haguenau un veteran de 81 ans, revetu de l'uniforme du 20e... 1918. Creator: Unknown
La patrie retrouvee; A Haguenau un veteran de 81 ans, revetu de l'uniforme du 20e regiment de ligne francais qu'il portait en 1860, presente au general Gerard le drapeau de la garde nationale de 1848, 1918. From "L'Album de la Guerre 1914-1919, Volume 2" [L'Illustration, Paris, 1924]
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La Patrie Retrouvée
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(The Homeland Regained): A 81-year-old Veteran of Haguenau, Wearing the Uniform of the 20th French Infantry Regiment He Had Worn in 1860, Presents the Flag of the 1848 Guard to General Gerard, 1918. This evocative photograph, taken in 1918, captures a poignant moment in the aftermath of the First World War. The image features an elderly veteran, dressed in the uniform of the 20th French Infantry Regiment that he had worn during the Franco-Prussian War of 1870. With a proud and determined expression, he presents the flag of the 1848 Guard to General Gerard, who stands at attention, receiving the symbol of victory and the homeland regained. The scene unfolds in Haguenau, a town in the Grand Est region of France, which had been part of Germany since the Franco-Prussian War but was liberated during the First World War. The photo is a testament to the enduring spirit of the French people, their unwavering patriotism, and their triumph over adversity. The image is a powerful metaphor for the idea of "La Patrie Retrouvée," a concept that resonated deeply with the French people during this period. The veteran's uniform, a relic from a previous war, symbolizes the continuity of the French military tradition and the resilience of the French people. The presentation of the flag to General Gerard represents the passing of the torch from one generation to the next, as the older generation hands over the responsibility of protecting the homeland to the younger generation. The photograph is a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by the soldiers of the First World War and the enduring spirit of the French people. It is a testament to the power of patriotism and the enduring bond between the military and the nation. The image is a valuable historical document, offering a glimpse into a pivotal moment in French history and the human experience of war.
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