V2 Collection

German inventions for war in the air by G. H. Davis
The ingenuity of German scientists applied to the war in the air. Illustrating the methods and machines exploited and used by the Germans during the Second World War. Date: 1945

Loading a V2 Rocket
A V2 rocket on the launch pad. More elaborate than the V1, these were first fired against London on 8 September 1944

Launching of V2 rocket bombs by G. H. Davis
The launching of V2 rocket bombs during the Second World War: an official photograph and its explanation. On the left: a scene at Peenemunde, birthplace of the V2

V2 Rocket incident at Tewkesbury, Seven Sisters. 60 houses destroyed, 900 people homeless. 20th January 1945

V-2 Rocket A-4
V-2 Rocket on a Low-Loader Truck in the Streets in London Date: 1945

WW2 - German V2 Rocket captured - October 1945. Date: 1945

General Ernst Udet sat in the cockpit of Heinkel He 100 V2, after breaking the World 100km closed-circuit speed record at 634 Km/h, on 5 June 1938. Date: 1938

Fleet Submarine V2 (US Navy). It was the largest submarine for its time. Date: 1925

World War II remains of a V2 German rocket site
Vintage World War II photograph - remains of a V2 German rocket launching site - rocket launcher mounted on a train. Hahnenberg Forest, Germany

A warden helps a survivor retrieve belongings from the rubble that was her home before it was destroyed in a V2 attack on Leytonstone 3rd November 1944

Imra the Alsatian, one of Londons search and rescue dogs seen here searching for trapped survivors at the site of a V2 explosion in Leytonstone 3rd November 1944

LCC and Civil Defence workers seen here clearing up following a V2 explosion at the Red Lion pub on the corner of Duke Street and Barrett Street, just yards from Selfridges

V2 Rocket incident at Bethnal Green. 8th February 1945

World War Two - Second World War - A German V2 rocket blasts off in what is likely to be a test flight from the Peenemnde test base. Circa : 1943. (Kemsley picture date 26/02/1957)

V2 Rocket incident at Bethnal Green. 8th February 1945

V2 Rocket incident near Herbert Road, Woolwich. OPS Flattened houses and the street full of debris. 7th November 1944

V2 Rocket incident at Middlesex St, Aldgate East. OPS wrecked Norwegian Naval College. 10th November 1944

V2 Rocket incident at Tewkesbury Terrace, Bounds Green Road, Southgate. Parts of the rocket after the explosion. 16th September 1944

V2 Rocket incident at a brush factory, High Street, Waltham Cross. OPS N. F
V2 Rocket incident at a brush factory, High Street, Waltham Cross. OPS N.F.S working among the wreckage. 10th January 1945

V2 Rocket incident at Farrant Avenue, Lordship Lane, Wood Green. Dogs helping search for survivors. 3rd March 1945

V2 Rocket incident near Palmers Green Station. A piece of rail in a garden after the explosion. 7th November 1944

V2 Rocket incident at a paint factory, Downham Road, Hoxton. OPS N. F
V2 Rocket incident at a paint factory, Downham Road, Hoxton. OPS N.F.S working among the wreckage. 8th January 1945

V2 Rocket incident at a N. F.s workshop, Ilford. 8th February 1945
V2 Rocket incident at a N.F.S workshop, Ilford. 8th February 1945

V2 Rocket incident at Noel Park Estate, Gladstone terrace, Wood Green. 13th February 1945

V2 Rocket incident at Waltham Abbey. Fractured water and gas mains 7th March 1945

V2 Rocket incident at Tottenham Grammar School. 15th March 1945

V2 Rocket incident at Chingford Road, Walthamstow. Remains of a surface shelter in which 8 people were killed and many more casualties in surrounding houses. 8th February 1945

Scene showing the devastation at Orators Corner at Marble Arch in London after a V2 rocket fell and caused damage to surrounding buildings March 1945

Details of the V2 rocket bomb by G. H. Davis
Details of the German V2 rocket bomb, comparing its size with a V1, a house and a London bus. A comparison of its fuel economy with a Lancaster bomber

V2 rocket attack on Manor Park, East London, WW2
A woman is rescued after a V2 rocket attack in Manor Park. Although many such amazing rescues took place, hundreds of Londoners died in these attacks launched in the latter stages of WW2

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"Unveiling the Power of V2: A Journey into German Inventions for War in the Air" Step back in time and discover the remarkable world of German ingenuity during World War II with G. H. Davis' captivating documentation on V2, a revolutionary creation that changed the course of history. From loading a V2 rocket to witnessing its awe-inspiring launch, Davis takes us on an extraordinary adventure. Delve into the heart of this technological marvel as we explore the intricacies of the V-2 rocket engine, marveling at its engineering brilliance. With each detail meticulously crafted, it's no wonder that General Ernst Udet found himself captivated by Heinkel He 100 V2's cockpit. But it wasn't just about rockets; submarines also played a crucial role in Germany's war efforts. Discover Fleet Submarine V2 and how it contributed to their strategic advantage beneath treacherous waters. Through Davis' lens, we gain insight into every aspect of this groundbreaking invention – from detailed diagrams showcasing its inner workings to his meticulous examination of the V-2 rocket bomb itself. These glimpses offer us a deeper understanding and appreciation for what was achieved during those turbulent times. Witness history unfold as we learn about captured German V2 Rockets during World War II – remnants that stand testament to both innovation and destruction. Explore Le Blockhaus de Eperlecques in France's Nord-Pas de Calais Region or visit La Coupole in Wizernes-Helfaut, where echoes from World War Two still resonate within these once-secret installations. Join us on this enthralling journey through time as we unravel the mysteries surrounding v2 – an emblematic symbol representing human determination, scientific progress, and ultimately shaping our future beyond warfare.