Missouri Over There

Periscope

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Title Periscope
Description Model 1916 Trench Periscope. Snipers were a constant threat on the Western Front and shot at anyone who exposed themselves to their fire. Periscopes allowed soldiers to view enemy positions without raising their head above the parapet. The Americans purchased periscopes like this one from European sources.
Contributing Institution Ron Leverenz
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