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Tobruk was the target at this time; it was the front door for Rommels supplies
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Tobruk was the target at this time; it was the front door for Rommels supplies
Tobruk was the target at this time; it was the front door for Rommels supplies. While the shutter was open for this photograph, taken 10, 000 feet above an El Gubi landing ground, lights streaked across the moving film from (1) two small fires just off the area photographed, (2) incendiaries beginning to burn, (3) a parachute flare dropped to illuminate the target. The instantaneous photoflash revealed (4) a stick ofd four bomb-bursts among (5) dispersed stores and equipment, and (6) smoke plumes rising from the two fires, c1942-1943, (1945). From " R.A.F. Middle East - The Official Story of Air Operations, Feb. 1942 - Jan. 1943". [His Majestys Stationery Office, London, 1945]
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Action Aerial View Air Force Airfield Aviation Bomb Bombs Diagram Explosion Flare Flight Her Majestys Stationery Office His Majestys Stationery Office Hmso Illuminate Illuminated Illumination Landing Ground Libya Lit Up Raf Middle East Royal Air Force Target 2nd World War Second World War World War 2 World War Two
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This print captures the intensity of war during World War II in Tobruk, Libya. The image was taken from an aircraft flying 10,000 feet above an El Gubi landing ground, providing a unique aerial perspective of the action below. Tobruk held significant strategic importance as it served as the main supply route for German General Rommel's forces. As the shutter opened to capture this moment, streaks of light painted across the moving film. These lights originated from various sources: two small fires near the photographed area, incendiaries starting to burn, and a parachute flare dropped to illuminate the target. The instantaneous photoflash revealed four bomb-bursts among dispersed stores and equipment on the ground. Smoke plumes rose from the fires that were ignited by these devastating explosions. This powerful visual encapsulates both destruction and chaos amidst wartime operations. Published in "RAF Middle East - The Official Story of Air Operations" this photograph showcases not only its historical significance but also its artistic value. It serves as a reminder of Britain's Royal Air Force (RAF) efforts during this critical period in history. As we gaze upon this image today, we are transported back to a time when nations fought for their ideals and survival. It is a testament to human resilience and sacrifice during one of humanity's darkest chapters – World War II.
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