British Mother or Big Willie tank being tested, WW1
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British Mother or Big Willie tank being tested, WW1
British " Mother" or " Big Willie" tank being tested at Burton Park, Lincoln, during the First World War. The design process began on 24 August 1915, and a wooden mockup shown at Wembley on 29 September. The building process began on 28 October. The tank was ready to move under its own power on 6 January. Date: January 1916
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Burton Heavy Lincoln Process Tank Tanks Test Tested Testing Willie January War Time Ww 1
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This photograph captures the historic moment of the British "Mother" or "Big Willie" tank undergoing tests at Burton Park, Lincoln, during the pivotal period of the First World War. The genesis of this engineering marvel began on 24 August 1915, when the design process initiated. A wooden mockup was unveiled to the public at Wembley on 29 September, marking the first glimpse of this revolutionary military technology. The building process commenced on 28 October, with unyielding determination to bring this colossal machine to life. The relentless efforts of the British engineers paid off, as the tank, named "Mother" due to its protective enclosure for infantry, was ready to move under its own power on 6 January 1916. This groundbreaking achievement marked a significant turning point in the war, as the world bore witness to the potential of armored warfare. The "Mother" tank, also known as "Big Willie," was a testament to the ingenuity and resilience of the British people during a time of unprecedented adversity. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the relentless pursuit of innovation and the indomitable spirit that shaped the course of history during the First World War.
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