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Members of the right-wing Freikorps armed with flamethrower
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Members of the right-wing Freikorps armed with flamethrower
PNP310552 Members of the right-wing Freikorps armed with flamethrower and supported by an armoured car, 1919 (b/w photo) by German Photographer (20th Century); Private Collection; (add.info.: the Communist Spartacist uprising, also known as the January uprising, January 1919; ); Peter Newark Pictures; German, out of copyright
Media ID 22357970
© Peter Newark Pictures / Bridgeman Images
Anti Communist Berlin Helmets Military Uniforms Tank Veterans Flame Thrower
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This photograph captures a powerful moment in history during the Communist Spartacist uprising of January 1919 in Germany. The image showcases members of the right-wing Freikorps, armed with a fearsome flamethrower, as they are supported by an imposing armoured car. The composition is striking, with the soldiers donning their distinctive anti-socialist uniforms adorned with skull and crossbones motifs. Their helmets add an air of authority and protection while emphasizing their military prowess. The presence of weaponry further underscores the intensity and gravity of the situation. In this snapshot frozen in time, we witness these brave veterans standing united against communism, ready to defend their beliefs and ideals. They exude determination and strength as they prepare to face off against their adversaries. The German photographer behind this remarkable piece remains unknown but has expertly captured both the tension and significance surrounding this historical event. This print serves as a poignant reminder of the complexities that arise from political unrest and highlights how individuals can be driven to extreme measures when ideologies clash. Preserved within a private collection, this photograph offers us a glimpse into a turbulent period in German history where divisions ran deep. It stands as a testament to those who fought valiantly for what they believed was right amidst chaos and uncertainty.
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