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V-1 Flying Bomb Launch Site; Second World War, 1944
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V-1 Flying Bomb Launch Site; Second World War, 1944
Photograph showing a German V-1 Flying Bomb launch site somewhere on the coast of France, June 1944. In the foreground of this image can be seen a small concrete control building and beyond it the sloping launching-ramp, with camoflage overhead and blast walls each side. Two American soldiers are seen walking up the ramp
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1944 Blast Concrete Control Foreground Launching Over Head Ramp Sloping Walls Camoflage
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This powerful photograph captures a moment in history during the Second World War, showcasing a German V-1 Flying Bomb launch site on the coast of France in June 1944. The image depicts a small concrete control building in the foreground, with a sloping launching ramp leading up to camouflaged overhead structures and blast walls on each side.
In this scene, two American soldiers are seen walking up the ramp, symbolizing the Allied forces' presence and determination to combat the threat posed by these deadly flying bombs. The tension and significance of this historical moment are palpable in every detail captured by the photographer.
The V-1 Flying Bomb launch site stands as a stark reminder of the intense warfare that took place during this tumultuous period, where lives were at stake and nations fought for freedom and survival. This photograph is not just an image frozen in time; it is a window into one of the most critical junctures of human history.
As we gaze upon this print from Mary Evans Prints Online, we are reminded of the sacrifices made by countless individuals who bravely stood against tyranny and oppression. It serves as both a testament to our past struggles and a call to remember those who fought for peace and justice.
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