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Handley Page V / 1500 F7140 Atlantic after the crash
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Handley Page V / 1500 F7140 Atlantic after the crash
Handley Page V/1500, F7140, Atlantic, after the crash at Parrsboro, NS, showing the damaged pilots seat from which Brackles had a narrow escape
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1500 Atlantic Crash Damaged Escape F7140 Handley Narrow Pilots Seat
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In this haunting image, the wreckage of Handley Page V/1500 F7140 Atlantic lies scattered across the landscape of Parrsboro, Nova Scotia, following a tragic crash that occurred on March 26, 1942. The Handley Page Type V/1500 Atlantic was a British long-range flying boat, primarily used for maritime patrol and anti-submarine warfare during World War II. At the heart of the destruction, the damaged pilot's seat remains a poignant reminder of the harrowing events that unfolded that day. The seat, which once held the life of a brave aviator, now bears the scars of the crash, its pristine leather torn and its metal frame twisted. Among the wreckage, the seat stands out as a testament to the narrow escape of the pilot, Brackles, who miraculously survived the crash. The seat's survival serves as a reminder of the fragility of life and the incredible resilience of those who risked it all in the name of duty and service. The Handley Page V/1500 Atlantic, with the registration number F7140, was on a routine patrol mission when it encountered turbulent weather conditions, leading to the crash. The incident was a sobering reminder of the dangers faced by pilots during wartime and the importance of their role in protecting the nation. This evocative photograph, taken after the crash, captures the raw power and devastation of the event while also highlighting the indomitable spirit of those who served in the skies during a time of conflict.
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