A Gun that helped to hold Verdun. 1916.

For Sale is a Full Page Photograph removed from "The Graphic, March 18th, 1916," showing "A Gun that helped to Hold Verdun :  A "155 Court," the Favourite French Weapon in the Heavy Artillery."

As the War progresses the tendency is for light field Artillery to give place to Heavy Artillery, the belligerents relying more and more on Guns of large Calibre.  Thus the Germans use their 305's where formerly they used 77's, and the French, while proud as ever of their 75's, are constantly adding to their 105's, 155's, and 220's.  The Gun shown here is a "155 Court" (6-inch), and although this particular pattern is an old one (1881), it has put in excellent work since its installation.

Condition is Very Good.