Africa - Egypt
Aug. 08, 1956 - Operation Suez Begins. Preparing Anti-Tank Guns at Plymouth.: Many units of the Army have had their orders-following the Grab of the Suez Army by Egypt's Colonel Nasser. Call-up orders are expected to be issued within the next 36 hours to more than 25, 000 Reservists - mostly army - so that they will be ready to protect the Canal-in case of need. Photo shows Troops at Plymouth - preparing their anti-tank gun - for loading aboard ship - if needed
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13178207
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46921610
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5120px x 3725px
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(c) Keystone Pictures USA/ZUMAPRESS.com/Mary Evans
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Editorial Use Only - No Property or Model Releases. For any non-editorial use, please contact Mary Evans direct
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Keystone Pictures USA
