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British Bulldog Tank surprises Germans in a trench
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British Bulldog Tank surprises Germans in a trench
A truly superb postcard showing a British Tank represented by an armour-plated Bulldog surprising three German soldiers in their trench. WWI era. The card is captioned with the lovelt strapline: " No Tanks!" (see: 10085360 for another in the series) Date: circa 1917
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© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Armour Armoured Attached Battlefield Breaching Bulldog Capture Captures Capturing Defences Hands Plated Raised Represented Spiked Superb Surprise Surprises Surprising Surrender Surrendering Tail Tank Tanks Tracks Trench Victory Warfare
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This postcard portrays a surprising scene from the trenches of the Western Front during World War I. The main attraction is a British tank, ingeniously represented as an armour-plated bulldog, shocking three unsuspecting German soldiers. The bulldog tank's menacing presence is emphasized by its spiked collar and the Union Jack flag proudly attached to its tail. The soldiers, with their hands raised in surrender, are taken aback by the unexpected intrusion. The caption, "No Tanks!", adds a touch of humor to this comic representation of the breaching of defenses on the battlefield. The image showcases the innovative use of military technology during the war, as well as the determination and courage of the soldiers involved. The bulldog tank, with its tracks and armored body, symbolizes the relentless and powerful force that was revolutionizing warfare. This postcard, dated circa 1917, is a fascinating glimpse into the history of the First World War and the unexpected ways in which soldiers and civilians coped with the realities of modern warfare.
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