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This target in Chambly, France, claimed to be one of the most important
This target in Chambly, France, claimed to be one of the most important and up-to-date permanent way depots in Europe, was the object of RAF Bomber Command attack on the night of 1st - 2nd May, 1944.
Reconnaissance photographs show that It has suffered considerable damage. The points and crossings shop, and the sleeper impregnation plant, with their allied buildings, have been almost totally destroyed.
The stores yards - which were - well filled with stores prior to the_attack - are thoroughly saturated with craters, and the majority of the contents have been either destroyed, or damaged.
The greater number of the buildings have suffered severe damage. The main double track Paris-Le-Treport Railway line.south of the target, has been severed in five places.
Photo shows: The scene of destruction after the attack.
2nd May 1944
Official
Daily Mirror
Mirrorpix
Chambly
France
Media ID 21883483
© Mirrorpix
Aerial Bombing France Air Raid
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This target in Chambly, France, claimed to be one of the most important and up-to-date permanent way depots in Europe, was the object of RAF Bomber Command attack on the night of 1st - 2nd May, 1944. Reconnaissance photographs show that It has suffered considerable damage. The points and crossings shop, and the sleeper impregnation plant, with their allied buildings, have been almost totally destroyed. The stores yards - which were well filled with stores prior to the attack - are thoroughly saturated with craters, and the majority of the contents have been either destroyed or damaged. The greater number of buildings have suffered severe damage. The main double track Paris-Le-Treport Railway line south of the target has been severed in five places. Photo shows: The scene of destruction after the attack. This powerful image captures a haunting aftermath; a testament to both human ingenuity and devastation during World War II. Taken on May 2nd, 1944 over Chambly, France by an official photographer from Memory Lane Prints, it showcases a once thriving permanent way depot now reduced to ruins. The aerial perspective reveals extensive destruction inflicted upon this vital transportation hub by RAF Bomber Command's relentless assault. Buildings lie shattered amidst a landscape scarred by bomb craters while remnants of railway tracks bear witness to severed connections. As we gaze upon this photograph today, let us remember those who lived through these tumultuous times and honor their resilience amidst such chaos.
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