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Air Raids on England - WW2
The Air War that commenced in England last night was continued this evening: Raids are being made on London and its surroundings by enemy bombing aircraft, while 192 defending fighters try to prevent 176 bombers from carrying out their fell work. Hawker Nimrod I (including K2824) pilots of the Fleet Air Arm from 800 Squadron from HMS Courageous receiving last minute instructions before taking off against enemy bombers. 23 July 1935
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This evocative photograph captures the intensity and urgency of the air raids that began over England on the night of July 23, 1935. The image shows Hawker Nimrod I aircraft of the Fleet Air Arm from 800 Squadron, stationed aboard HMS Courageous, receiving last-minute instructions before taking off to defend against the enemy bombers. The air war had commenced the previous night, and this evening, London and its surroundings were once again under attack. As the sun began to set, 176 enemy bombers approached, and 192 defending fighters were deployed to prevent them from carrying out their destructive work. The sky above England was filled with the ominous sounds of roaring engines and the occasional explosion as the two sides clashed in the air. The Nimrod I planes, with their distinctive shape and powerful engines, were a formidable addition to the British defenses. The pilots, focused and determined, listened intently as their commanders gave them their orders. They knew that the next few hours could make all the difference in the outcome of the battle. Despite the danger, there was a sense of resolve and determination among the pilots and crew. They were ready to do whatever it took to protect their country and its people from the enemy's destructive onslaught. The air war over England was a pivotal moment in the history of World War II, and this photograph offers a glimpse into the courage and determination of those who fought to defend their homeland.
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