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German U-boat abandoned and partly blown up, 1917
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German U-boat abandoned and partly blown up, 1917
A German U-boat at ebb-tide, stranded on the sands near Calais, abandoned by its crew, set on fire and partly blown up. A general view of the wrecked boat with its deck-gun amidships and net-saw at the bows (designed to cut anti-submarine nets). Date: 1917
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This evocative image captures the desolation of a German U-boat abandoned and partly destroyed on the shores of Calais during World War I. The year was 1917, and the tide was ebbing, leaving the submarine stranded on the sand. The U-boat's crew had fled, leaving behind their vessel, which was soon set on fire and partly blown up. The image offers a general view of the wrecked boat, with its deck-gun amidships and net-saw at the bows prominently visible. The net-saw was a crucial feature of U-boats, designed to cut through anti-submarine nets that were deployed to protect Allied ports and shipping lanes. The First World War, also known as World War I or the Great War, was a global conflict that lasted from 1914 to 1918. It involved many of the world's major powers and resulted in the deaths of millions of soldiers and civilians. The use of submarines, including the German U-boats, was a significant part of the naval warfare during this period. The image is a poignant reminder of the human cost of war and the destructive power of military technology. It also highlights the importance of naval warfare during WWI and the role of U-boats in shaping the outcome of the conflict. The image is not to be used for commercial purposes and is protected by copyright.
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