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King George VI with General Mark Clark of the US Army in North Africa. Printed caption on reverse: 'For first publication eveings Sat Jun 19. British Official Photo, Crown Copyright Reserved. HM THE KING IN N AFRICA. on 14th June, 1943, His Majesty the King made an extensive tour of the American Armed forces, which included the large force under General Clark. It was during this visit that his Majesty watched modern street fighting and took the salute at a parade in which large numbers of troops and fighting vehicles passed the saulting base. Photo shows: standing in an African vineyard his Majesty the King wathes street-fighting tactics by an assault party. A Brigadier General of the US Army explians the demonstration. General Mark Clark in on the right.'

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