Albert, Picardy, France. Golden Virgin atop steeple of Basilica of Notre Dame de Brebieres after being hit by German shellfire

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Albert, Picardy, France. The Golden Virgin atop the steeple of Basilica of Notre Dame de Brebieres after being hit by German shellfire in 1915. The statue became known as the Leaning Virgin. After artwork by Francois Flameng. From L' Illustration 1917.

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Size: 3634px × 5362px
Photo credit: © Classic Image / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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