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Vickers(ja) Green Lizard missile on a rail trolley at Weybrid
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Vickers(ja) Green Lizard missile on a rail trolley at Weybrid
Vickers(ja) Green Lizard missile on a rail trolley at Weybridge
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Lizard Missile Trolley Vickers Weybridge
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In this intriguing photograph, a Vickers Green Lizard missile is securely mounted on a rail trolley at Weybridge, a historic site in Surrey, England, known for its significant contribution to the aviation industry. The Vickers Green Lizard, also recognized as the Vickers Wakefield Type 271, was a British-designed and manufactured air-to-air missile, developed during the late 1940s and early 1950s. The missile's distinctive shape, resembling a lizard's body, earned it the moniker "Green Lizard." This early guided weapon was designed to be carried by both piston-engine and jet-powered aircraft, offering a significant advantage in air combat. The missile's guidance system was unique for its time, employing a combination of gyroscopes, accelerometers, and a proximity fuse to home in on its target. In this image, the Green Lizard missile is being transported on a rail trolley, likely to be loaded onto a nearby aircraft for testing or demonstration purposes. The rail trolley, a common method for moving large and heavy items around the expansive Weybridge airfield, is a testament to the logistical efforts required to support the development and deployment of advanced military technology. This photograph offers a fascinating glimpse into the past, showcasing the intricate interplay between engineering innovation, transportation, and military strategy. The Vickers Green Lizard missile, now a relic of aviation history, represents a pivotal moment in the evolution of air-to-air weaponry, forever changing the face of aerial combat.
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