In 1890s, French soldiers used bicycles for scouting, skirmish and carrying dispatches. The French military formed cyclist detachment with trained soldiers on bikes.
Here are some photos of an infantry soldier and his folding bicycle called Gladiator. Enjoy!
Bibliotheque Nationale de France
Bibliotheque Nationale de France
Bibliotheque Nationale de France
Bibliotheque Nationale de France
Bibliotheque Nationale de France
Bibliotheque Nationale de France
Bibliotheque Nationale de France
Bibliotheque Nationale de France
Bibliotheque Nationale de France
Bibliotheque Nationale de France
Bibliotheque Nationale de France
Bibliotheque Nationale de France
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