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In this daylight attack on the docks at Dunkirk, occupied Northern France
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In this daylight attack on the docks at Dunkirk, occupied Northern France
In this daylight attack on the docks at Dunkirk, occupied Northern France, at least fourteen bomb bursts are seen: five in the northern half of the commercial dock, eight on the northern part of the citadel quay and one probably on the patent slips of the tidal basin. This picture indicates the accuracy of the bombing during the sustained daylight air offensive over enemy occupied territories and the consequent dislocation of the enemys war effort
May 1942
Official
Reach PLC
Mirrorpix
Dunkirk
Hauts de France
France
Media ID 21889099
© Mirrorpix
Aerial Aerial View Armed Forces Bombing Campaign Destruction France Mission Raid Royal Air Force Services Air Raid
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In this powerful photo print, we are transported back to the harrowing events of May 1942 during World War II. The image captures a daylight attack on the docks at Dunkirk, occupied Northern France. The devastation is evident as at least fourteen bomb bursts can be seen scattered across the landscape. The precision of the bombing is striking, showcasing the accuracy achieved during sustained daylight air offensives over enemy territories. This relentless aerial campaign aimed to disrupt and dislocate the enemy's war effort. The destruction caused by these bombings is a stark reminder of the immense sacrifices made by military forces in their fight against tyranny. The photograph offers an aerial view that allows us to comprehend the scale of damage inflicted upon this strategic location. It serves as a testament to both the bravery of those who carried out these missions and the resilience shown by those enduring such attacks on European soil. This piece from Memory Lane Prints transports us back in time, reminding us of one chapter within this global conflict that forever shaped our history. It stands as a poignant tribute to all those involved in World War II – from soldiers on the frontlines to civilians caught up in its devastating wake.
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