A French motor-gun
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A French motor-gun
Soldiers firing a French auto-cannon in August 1915. A light, quick-firer, occasionally used to fire on hostile aircraft, the gun was mounted onto motor-cars for rapid transit from point to point. Date: August 7th 1915
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Air Craft Auto Cannon Firing Hostile Mounted Occasionally Point Quick Rapid Transit
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August 7, 1915: A Moment in French Military History - Soldiers Firing a Motor-Mounted Auto-Cannon This evocative image captures a pivotal moment during the First World War, as French soldiers maneuver a motor-mounted auto-cannon for a quick and effective response against hostile aircraft. The date is August 7, 1915, and the scene unfolds in an undisclosed location in the heart of the European theatre. The French military had begun experimenting with motorized weaponry to enhance their mobility and adapt to the ever-evolving nature of the war. This light, quick-firer, known as the cannon automoteur de 21, was one such innovation. Weighing just 1,300 pounds, the auto-cannon was mounted onto motorcars for rapid transit from point to point, making it an essential asset in the fight against enemy aircraft. The soldiers in this photograph are intently focused on their task, their expressions a testament to the intensity and urgency of the situation. The auto-cannon, with its distinctive barrel and intricate machinery, stands proudly at the ready, its presence a formidable deterrent against aerial threats. As the war raged on, motorized weaponry like the auto-cannon became increasingly important, offering a new dimension to ground forces and shaping the course of military history. This image, taken on August 7, 1915, stands as a poignant reminder of the ingenuity, determination, and courage of the men and women who fought in the Great War.
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