French troops work to repair roads in Alsace, France, during World War I. This photograph captures the French Army's efforts to maintain and improve infrastructure in recently reclaimed territory, demonstrating their determination to hold onto Alsace-Lorraine. The image reflects the significance of this region to the French in their goal to regain lost territories.

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Size: 9178px × 6297px
Photo credit: © piemags/NSC / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
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