Tank steamer "Pearl Shell" with applied camouflage during World War One. This photograph was taken by Lt. William Fox, Signal Corps. It showcases the use of camouflage on ships to deceive enemy surveillance. The image was captured in June 1918 and marked as 12946 in the records. Note: This image was not intended for publication purposes.

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Photo credit: © piemags/NSC / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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