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Fieseler Fi 103 - (V-1 flying bomb) on its launching ramp
Fieseler Fi 103 - V-1 flying bomb (German: Vergeltungswaffe 1 - Vengeance Weapon 1) on its launching ramp at the Imperial War Museum Duxford. Date: circa 1990s
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1990s Bomb Duxford Fieseler Launching Ramp Vengeance Weapon
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This evocative photograph captures the ominous presence of a Fieseler Fi 103 V-1 flying bomb, also known as the Vengeance Weapon 1 (V-1), on its launching ramp at the Imperial War Museum Duxford. Circa 1990s. The Fieseler Fi 103 was a German pilotless jet-powered aircraft, designed primarily as a weapon of retaliation against Allied cities during World War II. The V-1, also known as the "Doodlebug" due to its distinctive buzzing sound, was the world's first cruise missile and the first guided weapon to be used in warfare. The image reveals the intricate details of the V-1's design, with its distinctive fin and tail assembly, and the complex network of wires and tubes that connected the engine to the guidance system. The launching ramp, with its worn and weathered surface, underscores the historical significance of this weapon and the era in which it was used. The Imperial War Museum Duxford, located in Cambridgeshire, England, is one of the oldest and most famous museums of military history in the world. The museum's extensive collection includes a vast array of aircraft, military vehicles, and artifacts from various periods of conflict. The presence of the V-1 flying bomb in the museum's collection serves as a powerful reminder of the technological innovations and military strategies employed during World War II and the enduring impact of conflict on history. This photograph, from Mary Evans Picture Library, offers a unique and intriguing glimpse into the past, inviting viewers to reflect on the historical significance of the Fieseler Fi 103 V-1 flying bomb and the role it played in shaping the course of military history.
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