The image shows the longest range field gun of its time, produced by the Ordnance Department during World War I. With over 100 guns in service in France, it is claimed to have the longest firing range of any field gun in the world. The photograph was taken on November 9, 1918, and released by the censor on November 15, 1918. Note: For official use only.

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Size: 8370px × 5643px
Photo credit: © piemags/NSC / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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