WW1 - Captain Hotblack guides tank into action
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WW1 - Captain Hotblack guides tank into action
WW1 - Captain, Major and General Frederick Elliot Hotblack ) was a British Army officer who fought in the First World War as an early member of the Tank Corps. Illustrated here in action as he guides a tank to its objective by walking ahead of it despite enemy fire. Date: 1917
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In the chaotic and brutal landscape of the Western Front during World War I, a determined figure emerges. Captain Major and General Frederick Elliot Hotblack (1887-1979), a brave British Army officer, leads his tank through the battlefield with unwavering resolve. Dressed in his military uniform, complete with the distinctive crest of the Royal Norfolk Regiment on his cap, Hotblack walks ahead of the tank, providing guidance as it advances towards its objective. The tank, a formidable and innovative weapon of war, plows through the muddy terrain, leaving a trail of destruction in its wake. Despite the hail of enemy fire that surrounds him, Hotblack remains focused, his eyes fixed on the objective. The intense drama of the scene is palpable, with the smoke and dust from the battle obscuring the horizon. The tank's massive treads churn up the earth as it moves forward, the sound of its engine roaring in the background. Hotblack's heroic actions during the war were a testament to his leadership and courage. As an early member of the Tank Corps, he played a crucial role in the development and deployment of these powerful military vehicles. His bravery and intelligence were invaluable assets to his regiment, and his actions on the battlefield helped to turn the tide of the war in favor of the Allies. This photograph, taken in 1917, captures a pivotal moment in military history. It is a reminder of the sacrifices made by soldiers like Hotblack, who risked their lives to protect their country and shape the course of the war. The image is a powerful testament to the human spirit and the indomitable will to survive and prevail in the face of adversity.
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