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The First Neutral Train Pulling into Merxen

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The first neutral train carrying returning refugees is pulling into the Merxen station in Antwerp. Soldiers are posing in front of the engine.

Date Created:
1914
Creator:
Frankl, Eduard

Publication Information

Creator
Frankl, Eduard
Date Created
1914

Physical Description

Format
Image
Extent
1 photograph
Dimensions
17 x 13 cm

Collection Information

Copyright Information

Copyright Status
NO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATES
Rights Holder
Wisconsin Historical Society
Unique ID
W012E6G
Legacy ID
WHi 136155

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Sealed off entrance to the main train station in Antwerp.

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