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FRANCE DU BABY-BOOM P. 205
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FRANCE DU BABY-BOOM P. 205
Des coliers se retrouvent sur le chemin de l cole, le 1er octobre 1945, le jour de la rentre des classes dans un quartier de Paris. AFP PHOTO (Photo by PIGISTE / AFP)
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This print titled "FRANCE DU BABY-BOOM P. 205" takes us back in time to the bustling streets of Paris on October 1,1945. It captures a heartwarming scene of schoolchildren making their way to class on the first day of school after summer break. The image, taken by an unknown photographer known as PIGISTE for Agence France-Presse (AFP), beautifully portrays a moment filled with anticipation and excitement. In this horizontal composition, we see a group of children walking down a narrow street, their backs turned towards us. Clutching their small backpacks tightly and carrying books in hand, these young students exude determination and eagerness to learn. Their uniforms blend seamlessly into the urban landscape, emphasizing their unity as they embark on this educational journey together. The simplicity and rawness captured in this photograph evoke nostalgia for a bygone era when education was highly valued despite post-war challenges faced by France at that time. Each child's unique personality shines through even from behind - be it the wide-eyed curiosity or shy smiles peeking out from beneath neatly combed hair. This remarkable snapshot serves as a reminder of the universal experience shared by generations past and present – the timeless tradition of going back to school. It encapsulates not only individual stories but also represents collective hope for brighter futures through knowledge acquisition.
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