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Snow and heavy rainfall turned North African and Italian airfields into swamps
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Snow and heavy rainfall turned North African and Italian airfields into swamps
Snow and heavy rainfall turned North African and Italian airfields into swamps, but the bad weather did not stop flying from these waterlogged fields.
Metal runways provided firm surfaces for light and heavy aircraft to take off and land.
Picture shows: Hurricanes on a waterlogged airfield in Algeria.
March 1944
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Reach PLC
Mirrorpix
Algeria
Media ID 21903133
© Mirrorpix
Conditions Muddy North Africa Planes Royal Air Force Western Desert War And Conflict
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This print captures the challenging conditions faced by the Royal Air Force during World War Two in North Africa. Snow and heavy rainfall transformed once dry airfields into treacherous swamps, creating a daunting obstacle for aircraft operations. However, undeterred by the adverse weather, brave pilots continued to take off and land from these waterlogged fields. The resilience of both light and heavy aircraft is evident as they navigate through the muddy terrain. Metal runways provide a lifeline amidst this quagmire, offering firm surfaces that enable safe takeoffs and landings. The image showcases a squadron of Hurricanes stationed on an airfield in Algeria, their wings glistening with raindrops under overcast skies. March 1944 marked a crucial period in the war effort, where every mission was vital for gaining control over North Africa's Western Desert. Despite facing relentless wet conditions that tested their skills and machinery to the limit, these courageous RAF pilots remained steadfast in their duty to protect and serve. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by those who fought during World War Two. It symbolizes not only their unwavering determination but also highlights how even nature's harshest elements could not dampen their resolve to defend freedom against all odds.
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