In this 1919 official photo, taken in the Argonne during World War One, American soldiers are shown depending on donkey-pack conveyance for the final distribution of supplies to the frontlines. The rugged terrain and heavy shelling made this method necessary for ensuring supplies reached the troops.

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Size: 8424px × 5629px
Photo credit: © piemags/NSC / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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