E03681
Photograph E03681 First World War, 1914-1918The railway viaduct, near Le Cateau, which was blown up by the enemy on his retreat.
E03680 Accession Number: E03680
Description
The destroyed railway vaiduct near Le Cateau. The Germans had exploded the structure prior to the Armistice. Note the vehicle in the foreground.
Details
Accession Number
E03680
Photographer
Unknown Australian Official Photographer
Classification
Photograph
Object Type
Black & white - Glass original half plate negative
Date Made
15 November 1918
Place Made
Whole/Part
Whole
Item Count
1
Credit Line
Australian Official Photograph
Copyright
Copyright expired - public domain
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