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The Empire State Building, New York, on Fire, 1945
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The Empire State Building, New York, on Fire, 1945
Photograph showing the Empire State Building on fire, between the eighty-fifth and ninetieth floors, as a result of a Mitchell bomber accidently crashing into the building, 28th July 1945. The pilot of the airplane, Lieutenant-Colonel W.F. Smith, was unable to see the Empire State Building due to heavy fog
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1945 28th Air Plane Colonel Crashing Eighty Floors Heavy Lieutenant Mitchell Pilot Result Unable Bomber Smith
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A Haunting Image of the Empire State Building on Fire: A Historical Account of the Tragic 1945 Accident This evocative photograph captures the Empire State Building in flames, engulfed between the eighty-fifth and ninetieth floors on July 28, 1945. The cause of this unexpected inferno was an unfortunate accident involving a Mitchell bomber. Lt. Col. W.F. Smith, the pilot at the helm, was unable to discern the towering New York City landmark due to the dense fog that enshrouded the area. The Mitchell bomber, a B-25, was on a routine training mission when the unthinkable occurred. The heavy fog obscured the Empire State Building from view, and as the plane approached, the pilot mistakenly believed he was over the Hudson River. In reality, the iconic building loomed just a few hundred feet away. The impact was catastrophic, causing a massive fire that sent plumes of smoke billowing into the sky. The photograph, taken shortly after the accident, shows the extent of the damage inflicted upon the Empire State Building. The flames, fueled by the building's flammable materials, raged fiercely, threatening to consume the structure entirely. Despite the gravity of the situation, the quick response of the New York Fire Department managed to contain the blaze and prevent further damage. This image serves as a stark reminder of the unforeseen dangers that can arise in even the most mundane of situations. The tragic accident on July 28, 1945, left an indelible mark on the history of the Empire State Building and the city of New York. It is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the importance of maintaining vigilance in the face of adversity.
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