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Objects and Photos of the First World War > Archival Documents > Military Documents

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To the Belgian People
The German army proclaimed that it needed to cross Belgian territory in order to reach France. The Germans promised the Belgians friendship, safety, and monetary compensation in exchange for access and provisions, but broke all promises as their forces overran the country.

Proclamation Poster
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