PREPARING FOR ACTION.—After carrying out mock battles deep in the desert, practising daring aggressive tactics, the New Zealand force has reached a high state of “desert-worthiness.” Long motorized treks by night and day and realistic tactical exercises have prepared them for any eventuality. Above; Machine-gunners firing as members of the N.Z.E.F. carry out manoeuvres over barren country. Below: An anti-tank gun crew placing a camouflage net to disguise their weapon.
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Southland Times, Issue 24576, 27 October 1941, Page 6
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70PREPARING FOR ACTION.—After carrying out mock battles deep in the desert, practising daring aggressive tactics, the New Zealand force has reached a high state of “desert-worthiness.” Long motorized treks by night and day and realistic tactical exercises have prepared them for any eventuality. Above; Machine-gunners firing as members of the N.Z.E.F. carry out manoeuvres over barren country. Below: An anti-tank gun crew placing a camouflage net to disguise their weapon. Southland Times, Issue 24576, 27 October 1941, Page 6
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