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Friedberg Marshalling Yard Air Raid 4th December 1944 The vital choke point
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Friedberg Marshalling Yard Air Raid 4th December 1944 The vital choke point
Friedberg Marshalling Yard Air Raid 4th December 1944
The vital choke point and half the yards receive the solid impact of a tight cluster of bombs, as the first group of US 8th Air Force heavy bombers score hits on the target from 25, 000 feet. During the attack on the 4th December. Other targets for the day included marshalling yards and industrial targets throughout Germany, attacked by a force including 1, 200 bombers and 1000 fighters
Official
Reach PLC
Mirrorpix
Friedberg
Hesse
Germany
Media ID 21899413
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1944 Aerial Aerial View Air Force Armed Forces Attack Bombing Campaign Explosions Germany Mission Raid Smoke United States Air Force Usaaf Air Raid War And Conflict
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This print captures the intense air raid on Friedberg Marshalling Yard, which took place on December 4th, 1944. The image showcases the crucial choke point and half of the yards being bombarded by a concentrated cluster of bombs from US 8th Air Force heavy bombers flying at an altitude of 25,000 feet. This attack was part of a larger campaign targeting marshalling yards and industrial sites throughout Germany. On that fateful day, a formidable force consisting of 1,200 bombers and 1,000 fighters embarked on this mission to cripple German infrastructure. The photograph provides an aerial view that reveals billowing smoke and explosions engulfing the landscape as a result of these devastating bombings. The significance of this historical moment cannot be understated. It represents one chapter in the relentless struggle during World War II where American forces played a pivotal role in combating tyranny and restoring peace. This image serves as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by brave servicemen who risked their lives for freedom. Preserved through time, this black-and-white snapshot offers us a glimpse into history's most turbulent era—the forties—where war and conflict dominated headlines worldwide. As we reflect upon this powerful visual document captured by Official photographers, it is essential to honor those who fought valiantly against adversity while acknowledging the immense toll that war exacts upon humanity.
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