| Places | |
|---|---|
| Accession Number | E04897 |
| Collection type | Photograph |
| Object type | Black & white - Glass original half plate negative |
| Date made | 14 June 1918 |
| Conflict |
First World War, 1914-1918 |
| Copyright |
Item copyright: Copyright expired - public domain
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Dernancourt, France. 14 June 1918. A set OF 180 gas projectors alongside the Albert-Amiens ...
Description
Dernancourt, France. 14 June 1918. A set OF 180 gas projectors alongside the Albert-Amiens railway in front of the Casualty Clearing Station at Dernancourt. These projectors were electrically fired the same night immediately preceding an attack which was successful. The tins and rubbish scattered about serve for camouflage.