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Tanks of the 3rd and 4th Sharpshooter
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Tanks of the 3rd and 4th Sharpshooter
Photograph: Tanks of the 3rd and 4th Sharpshooters in the de-waterproofing area. Shows two lines of tanks with the sea in the background. From a photograph album containing 210 photographs compiled by Maj Wilfred Herbert James Sale, MC, 3rd/4th County of London Yeomanry (Sharpshooters), 1944. Photographs are of locations in England and France. Associated with World War Two, North West Europe (1944-1945). Date: 1944
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Area Compiled Herbert Lines Photograph Sale Sharpshooters Tanks Wilfred Yeomanry Waterproofing
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This evocative photograph captures the scene of two lines of tanks from the 3rd and 4th Sharpshooters of the County of London Yeomanry (Sharpshooters) in the de-waterproofing area during World War Two. The image, taken in 1944, shows the tanks with the sea in the background, providing a stark contrast between the mechanical might of the military machines and the natural beauty of the water. The tanks, likely fresh from a mission or undergoing maintenance, are arranged in a neat, orderly fashion, reflecting the disciplined nature of the military unit. Maj Wilfred Herbert James Sale, MC, compiled this photograph and 209 others into an album documenting the locations of England and France where the 3rd/4th County of London Yeomanry (Sharpshooters) were stationed during the war. The album, which contains 210 photographs in total, provides a valuable visual record of the soldiers' experiences during this pivotal period in history. The photograph is associated with the North West Europe campaign, which lasted from 1944 to 1945. The de-waterproofing process was an essential part of tank maintenance, as it allowed the vehicles to be prepared for action in various weather conditions. The tanks were coated with a waterproof substance to protect them from the elements, but this coating had to be removed before the tanks could be used in water or in wet conditions. The process involved cleaning the tanks with high-pressure water jets and then applying a new coat of paint or other protective coating. The photograph provides a glimpse into the daily routine of the soldiers and the meticulous care taken to ensure that the tanks were always ready for action. Overall, this photograph is a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by the soldiers of the 3rd and 4th Sharpshooters during World War Two and the critical role that tanks played in the conflict.
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