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1959 Press Photo Waterproofed centurion tank demonstrated

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"Hung aground x" - three service demonstration. Waterproofed centurion tank. More than 1,000 men are taking part in "Runaround x" the amphibious demonstration- at Eastney, Portsmouth today. The demonstration is designed to shows Staff college students some of the problems of amphibious operations - and includes helicopter assault - seaborne landing and cliff assault. photo shows a four wheeled army runabout - which has been waterproofed - undergoes its tests during the operation today.

Photo measures 10.25 x 8 inches.

Photo is dated 6-22-1959.



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