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The wreckage of a Junkers Ju88 B3+HH works number 7087 of the I / KG 54 after it hit a
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The wreckage of a Junkers Ju88 B3+HH works number 7087 of the I / KG 54 after it hit a
The wreckage of a Junkers Ju88 B3+HH works number 7087 of the I/KG 54 after it hit a barrage balloon cable over Coventry and crashed in Withybrook on 16th September 1940
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Birmingham Post and Mail
Mirrorpix
Coventry
England
Media ID 21567520
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Aeroplanes Blitz Luftwaffe Planes Wreckage Air Raid
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The remnants of destruction: A haunting glimpse into the aftermath of war. This powerful print captures the wreckage of a Junkers Ju88 B3+HH, bearing works number 7087, which met its tragic fate on September 16th, 1940. Assigned to I/KG 54 squadron of the Luftwaffe, this aircraft collided with a barrage balloon cable over Coventry during an air raid. The image transports us back to the turbulent era of World War II, where brave men piloted these formidable machines through treacherous skies. The twisted metal and shattered remains serve as a poignant reminder of the devastating impact that conflict had on both sides. As we delve deeper into history's darkest chapters, it is crucial to remember those who endured unimaginable hardships on the home front. The Blitz brought terror and destruction to cities like Coventry, leaving scars etched in their very foundations. This photograph stands as a testament not only to the resilience and courage displayed by ordinary people during wartime but also serves as a somber reflection on humanity's capacity for destruction. It reminds us that even amidst chaos and devastation, there is beauty in capturing moments frozen in time. Preserved by Memory Lane Prints' dedicated staff, this print allows us to pay homage to all those affected by World War II – soldiers who fought valiantly in battlefields afar and civilians whose lives were forever altered within their own communities.
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