Above is a sample of what 1943 cargoes include

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Above is a sample of what 1943 cargoes include

Date6/26/1943

Names

Canada. Canadian Army (subject)

Toronto Star (Firm) (publisher)

Unknown (photographer)

Format

Picture

Notes

Original Toronto Star caption: Above is a sample of what 1943 cargoes include. These armored monsters are well on their way to where they will do the most good.

Subject

Tanks

Medium

Photographs

Language

English

ProvenanceFrom the Toronto Star Archives

CollectionToronto Star Photograph Archive

Usage Rights Public Domain (Learn More)

Call Number / Accession NumberTSPA_0002120F

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