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American artillery at Chatel Chehery, France, WW1
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American artillery at Chatel Chehery, France, WW1
American artillery (a 155 mm gun) in action at Chatel Chehery, north eastern France, during the First World War. Date: 3 October 1918
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This evocative photograph captures the intensity and danger of the American artillery unit in action at Chatel Chehery, France, during the final stages of World War I on October 3, 1918. The image showcases a 155 mm gun, a powerful weapon used extensively by the American Expeditionary Forces in Europe. The gunners, clad in helmets and gas masks, are intently focused on their task, covering their ears to protect against the deafening sound of the firing gun. The cannon's carriage is caked with mud, a testament to the harsh conditions endured by the troops in the field. In the background, shells are being loaded and prepared for firing, with a pile of empty tin cases lying nearby. The scene is set against the backdrop of the rolling hills of northern France, with the sun casting long shadows over the battlefield. The American soldiers, determined and resolute, demonstrate their skill and bravery as they continue to fire upon the enemy lines, contributing to the eventual Allied victory in the First World War.
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