Description: An original 8.5x6.5" vintage photo from a large collection of American Expeditionary Force (AEF) Signal Corps photos we acquired from the estate of a collector. It has an exceptionally helpful caption written in pen by the image. Professionally packaged in a rigid mailer for safe delivery.Photo OverviewWounded soldiers are being carried on stretchers by German prisoners as they pass by a tank in an area surrounded by trees. Several soldiers on horseback observe the scene. Other soldiers in helmets are walking alongside.During World War I, tanks like the one in this photo were first introduced on the battlefield, transforming warfare with their ability to cross difficult terrain and withstand machine gun fire. The use of prisoners of war for tasks such as carrying the wounded was a common practice, illustrating the complexities and harsh realities of war.Text PresentWounded being carried to the rear by German prisoners. Passing a tank used in the fighting near Varps and Argarg Oct 17, 1918 J. DE MEYERCondition: Good to fair vintage condition. These have been well taken care of for their age, but do have typical curling from age and may have other blemishes. See photos for detailed scans of both sides.
Price: 44 USD
Location: Carlsbad, California
End Time: 2025-01-28T16:16:52.000Z
Shipping Cost: N/A USD
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Item Specifics
Restocking Fee: No
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: wounded soldiers, tanks, horses, stretchers
Theme: conflicts & wars, transportation, militaria, social history
Featured Person/Artist: none
Production Technique: Gelatin-Silver Print
Year of Production: 1918
Original/Licensed Reprint: Original
Size: 8.5x6.5 inches
Time Period Manufactured: 1900-1924
Number of Photographs: 1
Antique: Yes
Unit of Sale: Single Piece
Vintage: Yes
Framing: Unframed
