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Photographic Print : Fragments of a Dornier brought down in Victoria Station
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Fragments of a Dornier brought down in Victoria Station
Knocking over chimney pots as it came to rest. The Fragments of a Dornier Bomber brought down in the forecourt of Victoria Station by Fighter Pilot Ray Holmes on 15th September 1940. Some of the fragments crashed onto some low roofed properties. The force of their fall broke groups of chimneys and slates on the roofs. Date: September 1940
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Media ID 14345630
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Blitz Chimneys Crash Damage Dornier Fragments Holmes Pilot Wreckage
10"x8" (25x20cm) Photo Print
Step back in time with our captivating selection from the Media Storehouse range of Photographic Prints. This extraordinary image, "Fragments of a Dornier brought down in Victoria Station," tells the story of a pivotal moment in history. Witness the aftermath of the daring encounter between Fighter Pilot Ray Holmes and a German Dornier Bomber that crashed into Victoria Station on September 15, 1940. The dramatic scene is captured in this iconic photograph, showing the Dornier's fragments knocking over chimney pots as it came to rest. Add this powerful print to your collection and bring a piece of history into your home or office.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 18.1cm (10" x 7.1")
Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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September 15, 1940: A Pivotal Moment in the Battle of Britain - Fragments of a Downed Dornier Bomber at Victoria Station, London Amid the chaos and destruction of the Blitz, a pivotal moment in the Battle of Britain unfolded in the forecourt of Victoria Station, London. In the early hours of September 15, 1940, Fighter Pilot Ray Holmes brought down a Dornier Bomber, leaving a trail of wreckage and devastation in its wake. The image captures the aftermath of the daring attack, with fragments of the Dornier scattered across the scene. The force of the bomber's fall was so great that it knocked over chimney pots and shattered slates on nearby roofs. The low-lying buildings, with their distinctive red chimneys, bear the brunt of the impact, their ruins a stark reminder of the violence of the air battle above. The Battle of Britain was a turning point in World War II, with the Royal Air Force successfully defending the United Kingdom against the relentless attacks of the German Air Force. This photograph is a testament to the courage and skill of the Allied forces, and the resilience of the British people in the face of adversity. Ray Holmes, the humble hero of this story, became a symbol of hope and determination during the darkest days of the war. His actions that fateful night served as a reminder that even in the midst of chaos and destruction, there were those who fought to protect their homes and their country.
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