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Fokker D XXI trio -the standard Dutch fighter at the ti
Fokker D XXI trio -the standard Dutch fighter at the time of the German Blitzkreig on Holland in May 1940
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Fokker Holland Standard Trio Blitzkreig
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This evocative photograph captures the spirit of the Dutch Air Force during the tumultuous days of the German Blitzkrieg on Holland in May 1940. The image features a trio of Fokker D.XXI fighters, the standard Dutch aircraft in use at the time, lined up on a grassy airfield. The planes, with their distinctive angular wings and rounded fuselages, are shown in various stages of readiness, reflecting the frenetic pace of wartime aviation. The Fokker D.XXI, a versatile and agile fighter, was a symbol of Dutch resistance against the invading German forces. With a top speed of over 300 kilometers per hour and a range of around 700 kilometers, it was well-suited to the defensive missions that Dutch pilots were called upon to perform. Despite being outnumbered and outgunned, the Dutch Air Force put up a valiant fight, managing to shoot down several German planes before being forced to withdraw or be destroyed on the ground. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the courage and determination of the Dutch military during the early days of World War II. The planes, with their engines idling and propellers spinning, seem poised for takeoff, ready to defend their homeland against the encroaching enemy. The grassy airfield, dotted with the shadows of trees, adds a sense of tranquility and normalcy amidst the chaos of war. Overall, this photograph is a powerful testament to the indomitable spirit of the Dutch Air Force during the German Blitzkrieg on Holland in 1940.
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