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WW1 - British Tadpole Tank
WW1 - British Mark IV tank, also known as the Tadpole. The Mark IV was first used in mid 1917 at the Battle of Messines Ridge. It remained in official British service until the end of the War. Here the tank lies sunken in the ground, out of action and abandoned. Date: circa 1918
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Artillery Mark Rhomboid Roller Rollers Tadpole Tail Tank Tracks
10"x8" (25x20cm) Photo Print
Step back in time with our exclusive Media Storehouse Photographic Print of the WW1 - British Tadpole Tank. This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases the iconic Mark IV tank, also known as the 'Tadpole' due to its distinctive track design. First used in the Battle of Messines Ridge in 1917, this tank played a pivotal role in the British war effort during World War I. Add this historically significant print to your collection and bring a piece of military history into your home or office.
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Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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Amidst the desolate battlefields of the Western Front during World War I, this haunting image captures the remnants of a once formidable British Mark IV tank, also known as the Tadpole, lying abandoned and sunken into the ground. The Mark IV, first used in mid-1917 at the Battle of Messines Ridge, was a significant advancement in land warfare technology. Its distinctive rhomboid tracks and rollers were designed to provide better traction and mobility over the muddy and uneven terrain. The Tadpole's innovative design, with its tail-like rear section, allowed it to maneuver more easily in tight spaces and navigate through obstacles. However, despite its advantages, the Mark IV tank was not without its limitations. Its thin armor and vulnerable fuel tanks made it susceptible to enemy fire, and its top speed of just 4 miles per hour was a far cry from the swift movements of modern armored vehicles. As the war progressed, the Mark IV tank became an essential component of the British army's land transport and artillery support. It played a crucial role in numerous battles, including the Battle of Passchendaele and the Second Battle of the Marne. However, by the end of the war, the tank's usefulness had waned, and many were left behind, abandoned and out of action like the one depicted in this photograph. Taken circa 1918, this poignant image serves as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made during the Great War and the evolution of military technology. The Tadpole tank, a symbol of the ingenuity and determination of the British military, now lies forgotten, a testament to the inexorable march of history.
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