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German guns made by Krupp, WW1
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German guns made by Krupp, WW1
German guns made by Krupp, in use during the First World War. Above: the monster siege gun or howitzer, so heavy that 40 horses are needed to draw it. Lower left: a cannon and carriage ready for transport. Lower right: the same cannon with the wheels removed and a bomb in position ready for firing. Date: 1914
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This evocative photograph captures the raw power and scale of the German artillery manufactured by the renowned Krupp company during World War I. Above the image, a monstrous siege gun or howitzer is depicted, so massive that it requires the efforts of forty horses to draw it into position. The gun's immense size is a testament to the destructive capabilities it brought to the battlefield. Below the central image, two other weapons are shown. On the left, a cannon and its carriage are prepared for transport, their intricate details revealing the precision engineering that went into each piece. On the right, the same cannon is seen with its wheels removed, and a bomb is positioned in the firing chamber, ready to be launched at the enemy lines. The year is 1914, and the First World War rages on. The use of heavy artillery like these weapons became a defining feature of the war, as both sides sought to gain the upper hand through superior firepower. The historical significance of these guns, manufactured by the German powerhouse Krupp, cannot be overstated. They were instrumental in shaping the battlefields of the Great War and left an indelible mark on the course of military history. This photograph offers a glimpse into the past, a reminder of the immense destructive power harnessed during wartime. The horses, the intricate machinery, and the bombs all come together to paint a vivid picture of the relentless conflict that engulfed Europe a century ago.
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