Histon, Gen. Depot G-23, 1944: If it takes oil to make things run smoothly

Histon, Gen. Depot G-23, 04/08/1944

SC 189542Field no. ETO-HQ-44-3223RG 111

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If it takes oil to make things run smoothly. the "WHEELS" of the Invasion Forces of the American Army should not lack for lubrication. Here at the Histon Gen. Depot, G-23, as far as the eye can see, are barrels of oil which will do its part in putting the skids under Hitler & Co. England, 8 Apr 44.

Date: 04/08/1944
Place: Histon, Gen. Depot G-23 · approximate position
Photographer: Schillinger
SC number: 189542
Field number: ETO-HQ-44-3223
Source: U.S. National Archives, Record Group 111, Series: Official Army Photographs

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