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First photographs of the Navys successful surprise raid on Sabang
First photographs of the Navys successful surprise raid on Sabang and Lhenga airfields in Northern Sumatra at dawn on 19th April 1944. Bombers escorted by fighters, operated from aircraft
carriers which were covered by a powerful Allied fleet.Heavy bombs were used, the fighters strafed ground targets. At Sabang many direct hits were made on the dockyards, power station, wharf, barracks hangars, workshops and the radio station.
Twenty two enemy planes were destroyed on the ground, an oil tank hit by a 1000lb bomb was left burning with smoke rising to 700ft.
One Allied aircraft was forced to land in the sea, but the American pilot, Lieut. Klahn was saved by one of the Royal Navy submarines under the command of Lieut. Cdr. Collett DSC, RN.
The submarine surfaced and carried out the rescue under fire from Japanese shore batteries.
Picture shows: Vast columns of smoke rising from bombed oil tanks and machine gunned Japanese planes. Smoke from burning docks, warehouses and installations adds to the general picture of Allied success.
19th April 1944
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First Photographs of the Navy's Successful Surprise Raid on Sabang and Lhenga Airfields in Northern Sumatra, 19th April 1944
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. This print captures a pivotal moment in history - the first photographs documenting the Navy's triumphant surprise raid on Sabang and Lhenga airfields during World War II. Taken at dawn on April 19th, 1944, this image showcases the sheer might of Allied forces as bombers escorted by fighters launch their attack from aircraft carriers shielded by a powerful fleet. The devastation caused by heavy bombs is evident as smoke billows from bombed oil tanks and machine-gunned Japanese planes. The precision strikes targeted key enemy infrastructure including dockyards, power stations, barracks, hangars, workshops, and even a radio station. A remarkable twenty-two enemy planes were destroyed while still grounded. Amidst the chaos of battle, one brave American pilot found himself forced to land in treacherous waters. However, thanks to the heroic efforts of Lieutenant Commander Collett DSC RN and his Royal Navy submarine crew under fire from Japanese shore batteries - he was successfully rescued. This photograph serves as a testament to Allied success against formidable odds. It encapsulates both the destructive force unleashed upon enemy targets and highlights the resilience and bravery exhibited by those who fought for victory during this critical chapter in history.
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