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• Event Title: Presentation: World War I Armor Camouflage and Markings
• Event Date(s): Sunday, November 15th, 2026 2 p.m.
• Event Location: Michigan Military Technical & Historical Society, Eastpointe, MI
• Event Description: When tanks first appeared on the battlefields of World War I, they introduced a revolutionary new form of warfare. But how did armies attempt to conceal these massive machines, and how were they identified in the chaos of battle? Join historian Glen Broman for a fascinating look at the camouflage patterns, colors, symbols, and tactical markings used on armored vehicles during the Great War. Discover how early camouflage techniques evolved, the differences between Allied and German approaches, and the stories behind the distinctive markings found on these pioneering fighting vehicles. Through historical photographs and examples, this presentation will explore a little-known aspect of World War I armored warfare and the origins of military vehicle camouflage practices still used today.
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