SHELLS FIT?E A MEATH. BERLIN, March 1. The King of Afghanistan was shown a mimic battle la-tween forces of German soldiers at Doheritz, near Berlin, yesterday, and so that lie might have the illusion of seeing what modern war really is, dummy tanks were used. During the display, which President Hinderbnrg. who was in tieldmarshal’s uniform, followed with even greater interest than the Kintt. the heath was set on fire by bursting shells and trenches had to be rapidly dug to prevent the flames spreading to the forest beyond. The authorities attached even more importance to the King’s visit to Nation. the great wireless station, than to the military display, for ft is hoped here that Germany will he given an order to develop wireless in Afghanistan. The King is also to see the Siemens electrical works.
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Hokitika Guardian, 24 April 1928, Page 2
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