The image shows an auto assembling park at Bassens Docks in Bordeaux, France. It was taken in April 1918. The photograph reveals rows of automobiles in different stages of assembly. This photo was censored and released on May 31, 1918, by the Historical Branch, (War Plans Division).

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Size: 9178px × 6297px
Photo credit: © piemags/NSC / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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