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Blue Streak German third stage being lifted into the LT Towe
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Blue Streak German third stage being lifted into the LT Towe
Blue Streak German third stage being lifted into the LT Tower at Hawker Siddeley Dynamics? factory at Hatfield, circa 1964. Date: circa 1964
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1964 Ballistic Ballistics Dynamics Hatfield Hawker Lieutenant Lifted Missile Missiles Rocket Rockets Siddeley Streak
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In this evocative photograph, the Blue Streak German third stage rocket is being carefully lifted into position atop the LT Tower at Hawker Siddeley Dynamics' factory in Hatfield, England, around 1964. The Blue Streak was a British ballistic missile system, developed in the 1950s and 1960s as part of the United Kingdom's nuclear deterrent program. This image captures a pivotal moment in the production process, as the third stage, the powerhouse of the missile, is hoisted into place. The LT Tower, or Launch Table, was a crucial component of the Blue Streak production line. It was a massive structure, designed to accommodate the entire missile during assembly and testing. The tower allowed engineers to access all parts of the missile, enabling them to carry out intricate and complex tasks. The third stage, which contained the engine that would propel the missile to its maximum velocity, was particularly challenging to handle due to its size and weight. The photograph shows a crane, with its cable taut and the Blue Streak third stage suspended in mid-air. A team of workers, dressed in protective gear, stand by, ready to guide the rocket into position. The LT Tower looms in the background, a testament to the engineering prowess of the time. The scene is one of precision, teamwork, and determination, as the team works to bring the Blue Streak missile one step closer to completion. This photograph offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of missile production in the 1960s, a time when the race to develop and deploy nuclear weapons was at its height. It is a reminder of the complex and intricate processes involved in creating these powerful and sophisticated machines, and the dedication and skill of the people who made it all possible.
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