During World War I, this photograph captured a British tank advancing over German barbed wire entanglements. The tank effortlessly tore through the wire, providing a visual representation of the power and efficiency of these military vehicles. This image was taken on October 14, 1918, and was issued to document American military activities.

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Photo credit: © piemags/NSC / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
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