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The officers and men who form the launch crew standing in front of a Thor
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The officers and men who form the launch crew standing in front of a Thor
The officers and men who form the launch crew standing in front of a Thor intermediate-range ballistic missile at the R.A.F. Station, Feltwell, Norfolk. Bomber Commands Thor force is now operational and will complete its build-up to a strength of 60 missiles by the middle of the year. The crew includes R.A.F. police with guard dogs which patrol the area. The 65ft-high missile, supplied by the United States, carries a nuclear warhead in the megaton range 2nd February 1960
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Cambridge News
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Thetford
Norfolk
England
Media ID 21859193
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1960 Airfield Alsatian Anglia Atomic Bomb Cold War Norfolk Nuclear Missile Raf Regiment Royal Air Force Sixties Weapons War And Conflict
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In this print from 1960, we are transported back to the height of the Cold War era. The image showcases the officers and men who make up the launch crew, standing proudly in front of a Thor intermediate-range ballistic missile at R. A. F. Station in Feltwell, Norfolk. As Bomber Command's Thor force becomes operational, their strength is set to reach an impressive 60 missiles by mid-year. What makes this photograph even more intriguing is the presence of R. A. F. police with their loyal guard dogs patrolling the area. These Alsatians add an extra layer of security and serve as a reminder that tensions were high during this time. The colossal 65ft-high missile featured here was supplied by the United States and carries a nuclear warhead capable of immense destruction in the megaton range. This visual representation serves as a stark reminder of just how powerful these weapons were during one of history's most tense periods. As we delve into this snapshot from history, it becomes evident that it encapsulates not only military might but also technological advancements and political complexities that defined an entire generation. It stands as a testament to both human ingenuity and our collective responsibility to ensure peace prevails over conflict. This remarkable print captures a moment frozen in time - forever preserving an era marked by fear, power struggles, and ultimately hope for lasting peace on our planet.
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