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I wonder what the details are here? Are those guys even US? Doesn't look like it.
forgot to add the details - search term was US Army in Japan 1950'sQuote:
Originally Posted by browningautorifle
I'm wondering if it's the JDF post war...the tank commander is decidedly Asian looking and this BAR man doesn't look like he's from anywhere grainfed either. Their footwear and gaiters are strange and the way they wear the uniform...
My guess? Japanese Self-Defence Forces, circa 1955.
The photo's caption:
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The transition from former enemy to ally is evidenced by these GI-clad Japanese army volunteers during maneuvers at the Fuji Army School outside of Tokyo on May 15, 1957. Armed with American-made weapons and supported by a U.S.-supplied tank, the soldiers were part of the 160,000-man ground, sea and air self-defense forces undergoing intensive training for the defense of the Japanese homeland.
Not bad, I got it the first time...also there's a lack of US markings on the tank. I thought all US issue would have stars then?
What was the tank? Looks like a development of the Sherman.
Bob
Yes, a later Sherman.Quote:
Originally Posted by Bob Womack
M4A3E8/M4A3(76)W HVSS (Easy Eight) - Upgraded with widetrack Horizontal Volute Spring Suspension (HVSS), fitted with the 76mm High Velocity cannon.Quote:
Originally Posted by Bob Womack
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Fascinating, and thanks!
Bob
Do I detect an A304 Sniper rifle in this picture?
Yes, it looks like a 1903A4 over on the far side.Quote:
Originally Posted by Cheese Noodles
That is the cleanest tank I do believe I've ever seen! It's on a dirt road and there isn't even any dirt or mud on the tracks and there isn't a speck of dirt on the paint!
Probably on volcanic sand since they are so close Mt. Fuji. I do believe it's a dormant volcano. That sand would play hell with air intake and filters.
Congrats to all the sharp-eyed smart guys who figured it out from looking at it, I'm impressed!