Rhein Bei Rees
In short
The Rhine river near Rees has recently revealed the remains of a historical British swimming tank due to low water levels. A local group of four men is currently attempting to recover the relic from the riverbed.
In plain words
Low water in the Rhine has uncovered an old military tank near Rees. A small team of enthusiasts is working to bring the vehicle out of the water to preserve it.
A simple example
A local man named Klaus Novak is using a small excavator to remove gravel near the riverbank to help reach the tank.
Why it matters
The discovery provides a rare physical link to historical military operations in the region. Recovering the tank allows for better identification of the specific model and its wartime history.
Easy to mix up
Do not confuse this historical discovery with the upcoming 'Rudelsingen' sing-along event taking place at the Bürgerhaus Rees.