On the eastside of Hermanville,Normandy stands a Centaur with a 95mm howitser.
What is the purpose of the numbers on the turret? 


Hermanville,Normandy

Many American GIs took a heart shield bible with them into combat. The bibles were sent to them by loved ones. Most consisted of the new testament covered with metal plates and were kept in a soldier's shirt pocket, over his heart. The intent, of course, being to stop an enemy's bullet from striking their heart. Below is an example of a heart shield bible used during World War 2.

Body armor

Everyday I spent some time searching for warphotos.Tonight this photo made a deep impression on me.It's in fact a Vietnam war photo but I wanted to share it in here because in my view it could be of any war ever fought.This young man's face and eyes say it all,war is hell.
I hope he and his wounded friend made it home. 
 