Bicycles, often seen today as a practical means of everyday transportation, had a significant role during World War II that is often overlooked. While modern warfare has largely shifted to motorized vehicles, bicycles proved their worth in earlier conflicts, particularly in the context of World War II's mobile warfare.
Bicycles in Early Military History
The use of bicycles in military operations dates back to the late 19th century. The French first officially introduced bicycles into service in 1887, but it was the British who began experimenting with them in a military context as early as 1885.
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