#chaco war

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The remains of an obliterated Bolivian Vickers Mk. E Type B designated “VAE 447” in La Paz during the Chaco War, 14 July 1934.

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“Above in (1) to shown the area where Bolivian and Paraguayan troops are waging bitter combat in the dispute over the Gran Chaco territory. Latest reports are that each side has lost about 2,000 men in the Bolivian attack on Fort Nanawa, held by the Paraguayans. The marshland surrounding the fort is a sea of mud making military operations difficult. In (2) is shown General Hans Kundt, veteran German army officer, who is directing the Bolivian attack and calling into operation military tactics used during the Great War. A Paraguayan anti-aircraft gun is seen in (1) indicating the combatants have at their service the necessary attributes of modern warfare.”

- from the Kingston Whig-Standard. January 30, 1933. Page 3.

[dragonfoxgirl]

I can finally say it! I have the honor to participate in Paraguay's first animated movie. Alas de Gloria (Wings of Glory) is about the Chaco War and three young fighters surviving through it. Based on real events, coming to theaters in 2021!!!!!

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Paraguayan soldiers, Chaco War, 1932.

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Paraguayan artillery seated outside Boquerón during the Chaco War

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Bolivian solder guarding a stash of vz. 24 rifles, Chaco War, 1932-1935

[if-you-fan-a-fire]

“There’s still war in South America with Bolivia and Paraguay fighting it out for the possession of the Chaco region. Here we have General Hans Hundt, who won fame with the German army during the world war, inspecting a fort built by his native Bolivia troops. They may look a bit ragged, but they’re great fighters, just the same.” - from the Toronto Star, September 16, 1933. Page 19. 

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Captured Bolivian Tank during the Chaco War, 1933