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The major weapon of war used for the first time in 1916 was the tank. Introduced by the British during the Battle of the Somme, tanks were designed to overcome the stalemate of trench warfare by crossing difficult terrain and providing armored support to infantry. Their deployment marked a significant shift in military tactics and technology during World War I.

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