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The first Thor missile for the RAF
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The first Thor missile for the RAF
The first Thor missile for the RAF was transported from Lakenheath to Feltwell, Norfolk, on 19 September 1958
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1958 Feltwell Lakenheath Missile Norfolk Thor Transported
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This historic photograph captures the momentous occasion of the first Thor missile being transported from RAF Lakenheath to RAF Feltwell in Norfolk, England on 19 September 1958. The Thor missile, a major development in the field of nuclear weapons and strategic defense, is seen here being transported by road on the back of a flatbed truck. The Thor missile was a ballistic missile capable of delivering nuclear warheads over intercontinental ranges, and its arrival at RAF Feltwell marked the beginning of the station's role as a key base for the United States Air Force's ballistic missile program in Europe. The Thor missile was a significant advancement in military technology, and its transportation from Lakenheath to Feltwell marked the beginning of a new era in strategic defense for the Royal Air Force. The photograph shows a convoy of vehicles accompanying the missile, including a police escort and support vehicles, ensuring the safe and secure transport of the valuable and sensitive cargo. The Thor missile would go on to play a crucial role in the Cold War defense of Europe, and this photograph serves as a reminder of the historical significance of this moment in military history.
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