The French Renault FT-18, restored after being found in Afghanistan, is at the entrance to the World War I Gallery. This tank introduced a revolving turret for the first time that has become a standard feature for all tanks. |
![]() The object in the mini-diorama is a protective device used by troops to cross No Man's Land. It had wheels, but its locomotive power was supplied by the soldier crawling and pushing it forward. |
![]() The front end of the Mark V*. This tank is one of the first types produced by the British during World War I and also used by American troops. The Mark V* is part of a life-size diorama. |
![]() The back of the Mark V*. The wooden beams chained across the top were removed and placed underneath for traction to help it unditch if it became stuck. |
![]() A German machine gun team in the diorama. |
![]() The diorama is quite large and impressive in scope. |
![]() An interior World War I trench diorama is the latest addition to the gallery. |
![]() A display of photos and equipment of the Great War. |