156K views · 4.5K reactions | The Churchill Bridgelayer was introduced in 1942, and was used in Italy and North West Europe during the Second World War. This particular vehicle is shown laying a Tank Bridge No.2. Unlike many later vehicle launched bridges, the No.2 was laid in one piece, rather than two that hinged together. Laying took less than 2 minutes – and once laid, the bridge could carry tanks up to 40 tons in weight. | The Tank Museum | Facebook