Description: An original aerial reconnaissance photograph from World War I, acquired from a large collection of American AEF aerial photos.Type & Size: A 8.5x6" 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. This particular photo has vintage tape on the back strengthening a significant crease.This original World War I photograph, taken in 1918 by an American AEF observation squadron pilot, captures a bird's-eye view of Flans, a small town in France. The image, taken from an aerial perspective, shows the layout of the town with various buildings and structures clearly visible. This includes residences, larger buildings, and surrounding agricultural fields, indicating a rural setting.During World War I, aerial reconnaissance was a critical component of military strategy, providing valuable intelligence on enemy positions and movements. The American Expeditionary Forces (AEF) utilized pilot photographs like this one to help plan their operations and to monitor the conditions of various regions in France as they pursued German forces. The town of Flans, like many others, was part of the war-torn landscape during this period, providing strategic and logistical support to the allied forces.Caption: "B0129 O14027 AC FLANS"No known people are identifiable in this image.
Price: 29 USD
Location: Carlsbad, California
End Time: 2024-11-22T17:27:07.000Z
Shipping Cost: N/A USD
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Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Type: Photograph
Subject: American Expeditionary Forces, reconnaissance, rural France, Wor
Theme: conflicts & wars, history, militaria, transportation
Featured Person/Artist: none
Production Technique: Gelatin-Silver Print
Year of Production: 1918
Original/Licensed Reprint: Original
Size: 8.5x6 inches
Time Period Manufactured: 1900-1924
Number of Photographs: 1
Antique: Yes
Unit of Sale: Single Piece
Vintage: Yes
Framing: Unframed
