Get an up-close look at the bike that rode to victory during World War II.
Harley-Davidson began producing the WLA Motorcycle for the Army in 1940, and it was quickly the most widely used bike on the European battlefield. Other countries got in on the act - including the Soviet Union - who ordered 30,000 models. The WLA earned "The Liberator" nickname, and its success helped propel the Harley-Davidson that endures today.
See the soldiers who made it through the war on two wheels.
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The original wild hogs.
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Over a bridge in the Pacific islands.
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Terrifying the photographer.
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Posing proudly.
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Military police on the horizon.
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Gun holster newly installed.
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MP's on their HD's.
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Showing off the moves.
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Soldier doing reconnaissance.
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Military police officer in France.
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Steep drop.
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The modern horse.
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Inspection.
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With the shades.
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An entire unit equipped with WLA's.
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Absolutely decked out.
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The best way to deboard.
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In the trenches.
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One fits six.
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With the windshield upgrade.
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Revving up.
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When cops were cool.
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The cavalry.
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In Japan.
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Motorcycler in North Africa.
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The boys.
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