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A train-load of 120 flying bombs intended for London was attacked end destroyed by RAF
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A train-load of 120 flying bombs intended for London was attacked end destroyed by RAF
A train-load of 120 flying bombs intended for London was attacked end destroyed by RAF rocket firing Typhoons on 1st September 1944 at Schulen, near the Albert Canal in Belgium.
All the German personnel on the train were killed.
Photograph shows - A close-up of the wrecked railway trucks after the attack.
1st September 1944
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Reach PLC
Mirrorpix
Schulen
Belgium
Media ID 21888835
© Mirrorpix
Aerial View Armed Forces Attack Bombing Campaign Mission Raid Royal Air Force
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Unleashing Destruction: RAF's Triumph over Flying Bombs in WWII". This print captures a pivotal moment during World War II when the Royal Air Force (RAF) dealt a decisive blow to the German war machine. On September 1st, 1944, near the Albert Canal in Belgium, an entire train carrying 120 flying bombs destined for London became the target of RAF rocket-firing Typhoons. In this close-up shot, we witness the aftermath of this audacious attack as wrecked railway trucks lay strewn across the landscape. The devastation is evident; twisted metal and shattered debris bear testimony to both RAF's precision and Germany's loss. This single strike not only destroyed their deadly cargo but also claimed the lives of all German personnel aboard. During this critical campaign against Nazi aggression, such missions were essential to safeguarding innocent lives and preserving freedom. The brave men of RAF risked everything to protect London from these airborne terrors that threatened its very existence. As we gaze upon this historic image from Memory Lane Prints, let us remember those who fought valiantly during World War II. Their unwavering determination and sacrifice ensured victory over tyranny. May it serve as a reminder that even amidst darkness, courage can prevail – lighting our path towards peace and unity.
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