Lieutenant Estep of the Signal Corps is seen in this photograph. The image showcases American troops during World War One, as they reach their daily objective and begin to dig small foxholes for shelter. The troops divide into different waves to advance, alternating between support lines. This strategic approach distributed the workload and maintained a strong defense against potential counter attacks. Machine guns and automatic rifles are heavily featured in both front and support lines. The location is North of Montfaucon, France, although the precise date is unknown. The photograph was rele
Lieutenant Estep of the Signal Corps is seen in this photograph. The image showcases American troops during World War One, as they reach their daily objective and begin to dig small foxholes for shelter. The troops divide into different waves to advance, alternating between support lines. This strategic approach distributed the workload and maintained a strong defense against potential counter attacks. Machine guns and automatic rifles are heavily featured in both front and support lines. The location is North of Montfaucon, France, although the precise date is unknown. The photograph was released by the Censor.
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Photo credit: © piemags/NSC / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
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