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Liberators and Flying Fortresses of the US Eighth Air Force struck at the source of
Liberators and Flying Fortresses of the US Eighth Air Force struck at the source of the Luftwaffe during Mondays daylight operations, the 21st so far this month, when they blasted German fighter pilot
training centres at Bordeaux and other bases in occupied France on Monday 27th March 1944.
At Bordeaux hits were registered on the repair hangars at the north end of the fields while the barracks, school buildings and other hangers at the south end of the field received a heavy
concentration.
27th March 1944
Official
Reach PLC
Mirrorpix
Bordeaux
Gironde
France
Media ID 21899163
© Mirrorpix
Aerial View Armed Forces Attack Bombing Campaign Mission Raid United States Air Force Usaaf
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Striking at the Heart of the Luftwaffe - A Historic Moment Captured in Time
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. This print takes us back to a pivotal moment during World War II, specifically on Monday, 27th March 1944. The image showcases the relentless determination and courage of the Liberators and Flying Fortresses from the US Eighth Air Force as they launched their daylight operations against German fighter pilot training centers in occupied France. The precision bombing campaign targeted Bordeaux and other bases, aiming to cripple the source of the formidable Luftwaffe. In this aerial view, we witness an awe-inspiring display of military might as hits are registered on repair hangars at one end of Bordeaux's fields while barracks, school buildings, and other hangers bear witness to a heavy concentration of destruction at another end. This photograph encapsulates not only a significant chapter in history but also pays tribute to those brave men who risked their lives for freedom during World War II. It serves as a reminder that even amidst darkness and despair, there were heroes who fought relentlessly for justice. As we gaze upon this remarkable image captured by Official from Memory Lane Prints, it is impossible not to feel a sense of admiration for these liberators soaring through enemy territory. This piece serves as both a testament to their unwavering resolve and an everlasting symbol of hope in times of adversity.
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