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Human Generated Data

Title

Untitled (firing tank in clearing, Vietnam)

Date

1967-68

People

Artist: Gordon W. Gahan, American 1945 - 1984

Classification

Photographs

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Gift of Barbara Robinson, 2007.184.2.421.2

Human Generated Data

Title

Untitled (firing tank in clearing, Vietnam)

People

Artist: Gordon W. Gahan, American 1945 - 1984

Date

1967-68

Classification

Photographs

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Gift of Barbara Robinson, 2007.184.2.421.2

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2023-10-25

Armored 99.4
Military 99.4
Transportation 99.4
Vehicle 99.4
Weapon 99.4
Artillery 91.3
Machine 88.5
War 88.1
Cannon 55

Clarifai
created on 2018-10-07

war 99.7
military 99.4
weapon 99.3
battle 98.9
army 98.6
vehicle 98.5
flame 98.5
skirmish 98.5
smoke 98.4
gun 98.1
soldier 96
no person 94.9
dust 94.7
calamity 94.5
transportation system 92.5
danger 91.9
cannon 91.6
bomb 91.2
pollution 90.9
tank 87.7

Imagga
created on 2018-10-07

high-angle gun 100
cannon 100
artillery 100
armament 74
gun 45.7
weaponry 42.8
weapon 40
war 34.7
sky 30
military 30
army 27.3
power 24.4
tank 23.2
field artillery 23
battle 22.5
history 18.8
heavy 17.2
old 16
camouflage 15.7
vehicle 15.6
barrel 14.7
machine 14.2
smoke 13
landscape 12.6
transportation 12.6
industry 12
turret 11.9
danger 11.8
armed 11.8
travel 11.3
historic 11
armor 10.8
soldier 10.8
conflict 10.8
defense 10.7
steel 10.6
track 10.6
outdoors 10.5
cloud 10.3
building 10.3
architecture 10.2
transport 10
tourism 9.9
armored 9.9
environment 9.9
equipment 9.8
steam 9.7
outside 9.4
construction 9.4
city 9.2
world 8.9
forces 8.9
to 8.9
metal 8.9
victory 8.7
grass 8.7
wheel 8.5
energy 8.4
summer 8.4
long tom 8.3
air 8.3
technology 8.2
industrial 8.2
tracked 7.9
mission 7.9
fighting 7.8
clouds 7.6
field 7.5
monument 7.5
iron 7.5

Google
created on 2018-10-07

Microsoft
created on 2018-10-07

outdoor 99.3
mountain 98.5
smoke 90.8
weapon 84.2
steam 68
old 48.8
engine 25
stack 11.9

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Tank
Person
Wheel

Clarifai

Person
Cannon
Wheel
Clothing
Plant

AWS Rekognition

Tank 99.4%

Categories

Imagga
created on 2018-10-07

beaches seaside 61.4%
nature landscape 31.1%
cars vehicles 6.1%
sunrises sunsets 1.3%
streetview architecture 0.1%

Captions

Clarifai

Created by general-english-image-caption-clip on 2025-07-12

a tank fires a machine gun during a training exercise.

Salesforce

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-18

a photograph of a group of soldiers are standing around a tank

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4o-2024-11-20 on 2025-06-18

This image depicts a U.S. Army artillery crew operating a large, self-propelled howitzer in a field setting. The weapon is actively firing, as seen by the smoke emerging from the gun's barrel. The artillery piece is mounted on a tracked vehicle, suggesting mobility and heavy-duty capabilities. Several soldiers in military gear stand nearby observing the operation. The background features a natural landscape of fields, low vegetation, and mountainous terrain under a hazy sky, hinting at a rural or remote location, possibly during wartime.

Created by gpt-4o-2024-08-06 on 2025-06-18

The image shows a scene during a military exercise or operation involving an M107 self-propelled gun. The gun is in the process of firing, as indicated by the smoke emerging from its long barrel. The vehicle bearing the label "U.S. ARMY" on its side is a tracked vehicle designed for artillery purposes. Surrounding the artillery piece are several soldiers wearing helmets and military uniforms, presumably overseeing the operation or adjusting the equipment. The backdrop of the image includes an open field leading to a line of trees and hills or mountains in the distance, contributing to a rugged, outdoor setting. The overall atmosphere conveys a sense of military precision and coordination.

Anthropic Claude

Created by anthropic.claude-3-haiku-20240307-v1:0 on 2025-06-17

The image shows a military artillery piece, likely a large howitzer or mortar, firing in a mountainous, forested landscape. Several soldiers can be seen in the foreground, wearing military uniforms and operating the artillery piece. There is smoke and debris visible in the background, indicating the artillery piece has just been fired. The overall scene suggests a military operation or combat situation taking place in a remote, rugged terrain.

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022-v2:0 on 2025-06-17

This image shows a U.S. Army artillery piece, specifically what appears to be a large-caliber howitzer, in action during what seems to be the Vietnam War era. The artillery piece is mounted on a tracked vehicle and is firing, with smoke visible from the discharge. The setting is in mountainous terrain, with misty or hazy mountains visible in the background. Several soldiers are positioned around the artillery piece, observing the firing operation. The scene has a distinct brownish-reddish soil or terrain, typical of many areas in Vietnam, and there's vegetation visible in the mid-ground. The long barrel of the howitzer is prominently displayed at an elevated angle against the mountainous backdrop.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-07

The image depicts a military scene, likely from the Vietnam War era, featuring a large artillery piece and soldiers in the foreground.

  • Artillery Piece:
    • The artillery piece is positioned on the right side of the image.
    • It has a long barrel and is mounted on a tracked vehicle.
    • The barrel is angled upward, suggesting it is being fired or preparing to fire.
    • The artillery piece bears the inscription "U.S. ARMY" on its side.
  • Soldiers:
    • Three soldiers are visible in the foreground, facing away from the camera.
    • They are dressed in green uniforms and helmets.
    • One soldier is holding a rifle, while the others appear to be observing the artillery piece.
  • Background:
    • The background of the image features a mountainous landscape with trees and vegetation.
    • The sky is hazy, indicating a dusty or smoky environment.
    • The overall atmosphere suggests a military operation or training exercise in a remote area.

In summary, the image captures a moment in a military operation or training exercise, likely during the Vietnam War era, featuring a large artillery piece and soldiers in the foreground set against a mountainous backdrop.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-07

The image depicts a large artillery piece, likely an M114 155mm howitzer, being fired in a field. The cannon is positioned on the right side of the image, with its barrel angled upwards and to the left. A plume of smoke is visible as the cannon fires.

In front of the cannon, four soldiers are standing, facing away from the camera. They are all wearing green military uniforms and helmets. The soldier on the far right appears to be holding a long, thin object, possibly a tool or equipment.

In the background, there is a mountain range with trees and grassy areas. The sky above is hazy, suggesting that it may be a cloudy or smoky day. Overall, the image suggests that the soldiers are engaged in some kind of military operation or training exercise.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-06-07

The image depicts a military scene with a large artillery gun firing in an open field. The artillery gun is positioned at the center of the image, with its barrel pointing towards the sky, emitting a plume of smoke. The gun is mounted on a tracked vehicle, likely a military tank or artillery platform. Several soldiers in military uniforms are standing around the gun, observing the firing process. They are equipped with helmets and carrying various equipment. In the background, there are hills or mountains, suggesting a rural or mountainous terrain.

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-06-07

A military artillery gun is firing a shot, and four soldiers are standing near it. The gun is mounted on a military vehicle, and it is firing a shot, causing dust and smoke to rise from the ground. The soldiers are wearing helmets and uniforms. They are standing in a field with some grass and bushes. In the distance, there are trees and mountains.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-05-12

The image captures a powerful moment in a military setting. A U.S. Army artillery piece, likely a howitzer, is in the midst of firing, with a plume of smoke and dust emanating from the muzzle. The recoil is evident, with the gun angled upward against a backdrop of undulating terrain and distant mountains shrouded in a hazy, bluish-gray atmosphere.

Several soldiers in military uniforms are positioned around the artillery piece. Their postures suggest they are part of the crew, involved in the operation of the weapon. The setting appears to be a field or a cleared area, given the open space and the sparse vegetation.

The color palette is dominated by muted tones, with the green of the uniforms and the earth tones of the landscape blending together. The presence of smoke and haze contributes to a somewhat blurred, almost dreamlike quality, emphasizing the intensity and the uncertain nature of the scene. The overall impression is one of military might and action, set against a backdrop of natural beauty.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-05-12

Here's a description of the image:

Overall Scene: The photograph captures a military scene, likely from the Vietnam War era, judging by the style and subject matter. A large artillery piece is in action, with smoke billowing out from the barrel after firing. The scene appears to be outdoors, likely in a tropical or mountainous region.

Key Elements:

  • Artillery Piece: The main focus is a large, self-propelled artillery gun. The barrel is long and angled upwards, indicating it's been fired recently. Smoke and dust surround the base of the weapon, confirming the firing sequence.
  • Soldiers: Several soldiers are present around the artillery piece. They are dressed in the uniform of the U.S. Army. Some are standing nearby, appearing to observe or prepare for the next shot.
  • Smoke and Dust: A significant amount of smoke and dust is visible, adding to the impression of the intense action.
  • Background: The background reveals a landscape with rolling hills or mountains covered in vegetation. The sky is somewhat hazy, contributing to the overall mood of the scene.

Atmosphere: The image creates an atmosphere of intense action, likely from the ongoing conflict. The presence of the artillery, the smoke, and the soldiers highlight the nature of the war. The backdrop of the landscape suggests an environment of combat in a non-urban area.

Mistral Pixtral

Created by us.mistral.pixtral-large-2502-v1:0 on 2025-06-10

The image depicts a military scene involving a large artillery piece, likely a howitzer, in action. The artillery is mounted on a tracked vehicle, which appears to be a self-propelled gun. The gun is firing, as evidenced by the smoke and dust emanating from the muzzle. The vehicle is marked with "U.S. ARMY" and the number "35744," indicating it belongs to the United States Army.

Several soldiers are present around the artillery piece, wearing standard military uniforms and helmets. The background shows a hilly or mountainous landscape, suggesting that the scene takes place in a rural or remote area. The overall setting and equipment indicate that this is likely a combat or training scenario, possibly during a historical conflict. The image captures the intensity and power of artillery operations in a military context.

Qwen

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-7B-Instruct on 2025-07-20

The image depicts a military scene featuring a large artillery piece in action. The artilleryç‚® is emitting a significant amount of smoke and dust, indicating that it has just fired. The gun is mounted on a tracked vehicle, and the text "U.S. ARMY" is visible on the side of the vehicle, suggesting the image was taken during a conflict involving the United States Army.

Several soldiers are standing beside the artillery, observing the operation. They are dressed in military uniforms, and their posture suggests they are engaged in their duties related to the artillery operation. The background shows a natural landscape with mountains, and the overall atmosphere conveys a sense of intensity and focus typical of military operations.

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-72B-Instruct on 2025-07-20

This image shows a military artillery piece, specifically a self-propelled howitzer, in action. The howitzer is firing, and a large plume of smoke is visible coming from the barrel. The vehicle is marked with "U.S. Army" and a serial number, indicating it is part of the United States military. Several soldiers are standing around the vehicle, observing or operating it. The background features a mountainous landscape with some vegetation, suggesting the scene is set in a rural or wilderness area. The overall tone of the image is muted, with a mix of earthy and grayish colors.

Text analysis

Amazon

ARMY
U.S. ARMY
26T44
U.S.

Google

ARMY 14
ARMY
14