Thessaloniki, Greece - Landing place on Liberty Square
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Thessaloniki, Greece - Landing place on Liberty Square
Thessaloniki, Greece - Landing place on Liberty Square. In the background can be seen a large French troop ship, bringin soldiers of the Allied International force, stationed at Salonica during WW1. Date: circa 1917
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This evocative photograph captures the historic moment of the Allied International forces' arrival in Thessaloniki, Greece, during World War I. The image, taken circa 1917, shows a large French troop ship anchored at the quay on Liberty Square. Soldiers can be seen disembarking from the ship, their uniforms and equipment in stark contrast to the calm waters and sunlit sky. Thessaloniki, also known as Salonika or Salonica, was a major strategic city in the Balkans during the war, and the arrival of the Allied forces marked a turning point in the conflict. The French troops were part of an international force that helped to defend the city against the Central Powers, particularly the Bulgarian army. The quay and harbor walls in the background provide a sense of the bustling activity that would have surrounded the arrival of the troops, as supplies and reinforcements were unloaded and prepared for the battles ahead. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the rich history and pivotal role that Thessaloniki played during the First World War.
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