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Fin of a Dornier which was brough in down Victoria Station
Wings and fins fall all over London roofs. A warden observes the fin of a Dornier Bomber, which was brought down in the forecourt of Victoria Station by Fighter Pilot Ray Holmes on 15th September 1940. Date: September 1940
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Damage Dornier Holmes Pilot Wreckage Bomber
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September 15, 1940: A Piece of History Falls from the Sky at Victoria Station Amid the chaos and destruction of the Blitz, the skies above London were a battleground between the Allied and Axis forces. In the heart of the city, Victoria Station became an unlikely battlefield when a Dornier Bomber met its end. The image captures the fin of the German Dornier Bomber, which had been brought down by Fighter Pilot Ray Holmes. The wreckage of the aircraft had fallen onto the forecourt of Victoria Station, leaving a scene of shock and awe. The date was September 15, 1940, during the height of World War II's Battle of Britain. The fin, with its intricate design and distinctive shape, stands out against the backdrop of the station's roof and the damaged buildings in the background. A warden, wearing a helmet and holding a gas mask, observes the scene with a sense of awe and disbelief. The fin's fall had caused significant damage to the station and its surroundings, but it also served as a reminder of the fierce battles being fought in the skies above. The image is a poignant reminder of the impact of the war on everyday life in London during this period. It also highlights the bravery and skill of the fighter pilots, like Ray Holmes, who risked their lives to protect their country from the threat of the enemy. The fin of the Dornier Bomber may have been a symbol of destruction and fear, but it also represented a victory for the Allied forces in their fight against the Axis powers.
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