1943 Press Photo Practice of tank battle at Fort Knox for President Roosevelt

President sees a tank battle-- Smoke and thunder from exploding live ammunition lend realism to the practice tank battle staged by troops at Fort Knox on April 28 for President Roosevelt. Tanks advance at right an left with their shells bursting in far background. With the president, who is on far side of car, are L-R: Gen. Jacob L. Devers, chief armored forces. (left) and Gov. Keen Johnson of Kentucky center.

Photo measures 10.75 x 8.25 inches.

Photo is dated 04-29-1943.



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