V-1 Flying Bomb exhibited in London; Second World War, 194
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V-1 Flying Bomb exhibited in London; Second World War, 194
Photograph showing a German V-1 Flying Bomb, on display in an exhibition in the Piccadilly showrooms of Rootes Ltd. London, 1944. The circular objects, in the foreground of this picture, were removed from the V-1 and previously held compressed air which drove the rockets autogyros
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1944 Autogyros Circular Compressed Drove Exhibited Foreground Held Piccadilly Previously Removed Rockets Rootes Showrooms
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This evocative photograph captures the ominous presence of a German V-1 Flying Bomb, on display in an exhibition held at the Piccadilly showrooms of Rootes Ltd. in London during December 1944. The V-1, also known as the "Doodlebug," was the world's first guided missile and a significant weapon used by the German military during World War II. The circular objects in the foreground of this picture were once an integral part of the V-1's design. They housed compressed air that drove the autogyros, which stabilized the missile in flight and allowed it to home in on its target. The removal of these objects from the V-1 on display signifies the end of its destructive capabilities and the beginning of its new role as a historical artifact. The exhibition of the V-1 Flying Bomb in London was an important moment in the war effort, as it provided the British public with a firsthand look at the enemy's weapons and served as a reminder of the ongoing conflict. The photograph offers a glimpse into the past, providing a visual record of a pivotal moment in military history. The V-1 Flying Bomb, with its innovative design and devastating impact, remains a significant part of the Second World War's legacy. This photograph serves as a powerful reminder of the technological advances and the destructive capabilities that shaped the course of the war.
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