Large British gun inspected by George V and officers, WW1
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Large British gun inspected by George V and officers, WW1
A large 14 inch British railway gun, nicknamed the Boche Buster, being inspected by King George V and a group of army officers during the First World War. The King personally oversaw the firing of its first shell from Maroeuil, near Arras, northern France. Date: 8 August 1918
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Artillery Camouflage Guns Heavy Inspected Inspection Paint War Time Weapons Ww 1
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This evocative photograph captures a significant moment during the First World War as King George V personally inspects a large 14 inch British railway gun, nicknamed the 'Boche Buster,' in the company of a group of army officers. The gun, which was capable of firing a heavy shell over great distances, was a formidable weapon in the arsenal against the German forces. The scene takes place on August 8, 1918, near Maroeuil, in northern France, where the King oversaw the firing of its first shell. The officers, dressed in their uniforms and adorned with medals, look on intently as the monarch examines the intricacies of the weapon. The gun, painted in camouflage to blend in with its surroundings, is a testament to the ingenuity and determination of the British military during wartime. The painting, brought to us by Mary Evans Prints Online, offers a rare glimpse into the world of royalty and the army during this pivotal period in history.
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