An American M4A3 (76) W HVSS "Sherman" tank from the 14th Armored Division in the commune of Ohlungen, north-eastern France, 20 miles north of Strasbourg. The crew is seen repairing the radio. Also, the tank is shielded with a layer of sandbags for extra protection; January-February 1945.

Why take chances

A wrecked American M4A3 (75) W "Sherman" tank of the 12th Armored Division, during the battle of the commune of Herrlisheim, eastern France, the German attempt to retake the city of Strasbourg, 20 miles to the south; January, 1945.

Battle casualty

German civilians, carrying white flags, approach an American M5 Stuart light tank on a street of a Bavarian village; early 1945. 