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1922 Rotogravure World War I French Tank Menin Road Battle Western Front France

1922 Rotogravure World War I French Tank Menin Road Battle Western Front France

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This is an original 1922 sepia rotogravure of a tank waiting to advance during the Battle of Menin Road in Belgium during 1917. The center image shows an overturned tank after sinking into a shell crater, and the bottom image depicts a French tank on its way to the battle front. The caption for the latter image writes, "French tank, on its way to the front, passing through a battle-scarred village and being watched with interest by American soldiers standing near."

CONDITION

This 89+ year old Item is rated Very Fine +. Light aging throughout. No natural defects. No surface rub. No tears. No water damage. Please note that there is print on the reverse.

  • Product Type: Original Rotogravure; Sepia
  • Grade: Very Fine +
  • Dimensions: Approximately 10 x 15.25 inches; 25 x 39 cm
  • Authentication: Serial-Numbered Certificate of Authenticity w/ Full Provenance
  • Protection: Packaged in a custom archival sleeve with an acid-free black board (great for display, gift-giving, and preservation)

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