WW1 1918 Aerial reconnaissance Ourches France 9x6.5 Antique Original Photo

Description: An original photograph from World War I, acquired from a large collection. Type & Size: A 9x6.5" original photograph.Condition: Original to the era and in good to fair antique condition; may have missing portions, age wear, smudging, corners may have slight damage or some light creasing. Please see photos. This image is an aerial photograph taken on July 30, 1918, at an altitude of 2,000 meters over Ourches, France, during World War I. The photograph captures a detailed view of agricultural fields and roads, along with some structures and pathways indicating human activity. It highlights the patterned layout of the fields surrounding Ourches and shows the alignment of roads and possible encampments or structures, most likely related to military operations.During World War I, aerial photography became an important tool for reconnaissance and strategic planning. The ability to capture images from above allowed military forces to map out enemy positions, understand terrain, and plan offensives and defenses with greater accuracy. The photograph of Ourches taken in 1918 would have played a role in documenting and analyzing troop movements and the impact of the ongoing conflict on the landscape.Caption provided in the image: "2,000 M. July 30, 1918. Ourches." Another visible mark "OURCHES 5" followed by a sequence code or map reference "C.21442".

Price: 33 USD

Location: Carlsbad, California

End Time: 2024-10-20T23:52:22.000Z

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