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About to fire a battery of Vickers 891 Vigilant anti-tank mi
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About to fire a battery of Vickers 891 Vigilant anti-tank mi
A soldier about to fire a Vickers 891 Vigilant anti-tank missile. circa 1961. Date: 1961
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1961 Anti Missile Tank Vickers Vigilant
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This evocative photograph captures the intense focus and determination of a soldier as he prepares to fire a Vickers 891 Vigilant anti-tank missile. The year is 1961, and the setting is a military base, likely in Europe during the height of the Cold War. In the background, the silhouette of a transport plane can be seen, possibly indicating the deployment of troops or supplies to the front lines. The Vickers 891 Vigilant was a British-designed anti-tank missile system that saw widespread use during the 1950s and 60s. The missile was fired from a portable launcher, making it highly mobile and effective against armored targets. The soldier in the photograph wears a protective helmet and goggles, and clutches the launcher with both hands, ready to engage the enemy. The image is a poignant reminder of the courage and sacrifice of the soldiers who served during this period, and the advanced technology that was available to them to defend against the threat of tanks and other armored vehicles. The photograph also highlights the important role that aircraft played in military operations during the Cold War, with transport planes providing vital support to troops on the ground. Overall, this photograph is a powerful visual representation of the complex and intricate nature of military strategy and tactics during a time of global tension and uncertainty.
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