WWI French Postal Card - "Destruction of Dannemarie Viaduct"

A black and white photograph capturing "15 Dannemarie (Alsace) Le Viaduc vers Ballersdorf, détruit par le Génie Militaire Français. Le 26 Août 1914 (Guerre Européenne 1914-1915) - LL", translating to: "15 Dannemarie (Alsace) The Viaduct towards Ballersdorf, destroyed by the French Military Engineers. August 26, 1914 (European War 1914-1915) - LL"

This image depicts the strategic demolition of the viaduct at Dannemarie, an action taken to hinder enemy advances. "LL" might refer to the photographer or publisher.

No written message, indicating this card was either unsent or used solely for its visual or historical content.

Stamp: Features a 10-cent stamp, showing it was prepared for mailing but never used.

Labeled as "Carte Postale" with designated areas for "Correspondance" (Correspondence) and "Adresse" (Address).

The destruction of infrastructure like the viaduct at Dannemarie was a common military tactic during WWI to slow down enemy movements or prevent their use. This card captures one of the many such actions in Alsace, a region that saw intense fighting due to its strategic location and contested status.

Condition: Show signs of aging, such as fading of the photograph, wear, or minor damage.

Historical Significance: Valuable for collectors of WWI memorabilia, French military history, or those interested in the engineering aspects of warfare. This card documents a specific military action with significant strategic implications. Illustrates the tactics of infrastructure destruction in war, offering insights into military strategy, the impact of war on civilian areas, and the early phases of WWI in Alsace.

Note: This postal card not only serves as a collector's item but also as a historical document that encapsulates the strategic and sometimes tragic decisions made during warfare, providing a tangible piece of the past for educational and reflective purposes.