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WaF Officers of the Photographic Interpretation Branch in Italy visited the much damaged
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WaF Officers of the Photographic Interpretation Branch in Italy visited the much damaged
WaF Officers of the Photographic Interpretation Branch in Italy visited the much damaged Foggia area to see the work done by bombers before the invasion of Italy.
They saw the completely destroyed main power station and the extensive damage done to the railway marshalling yards. A few months ago, when they were serving in North Africa some of these officers spent much of their time interpreting aerial reconnaissance photographs of Foggia and other parts of Italy. While at the marshalling yard they were able to see and compare for themselves the destruction as shown in the picture with that as seen from the ground - thereby giving them useful information for future work.
They also called on one of the photographic reconnaissance squadrons to see some of the work which goes on in obtaining the photographs.
Picture shows: WaF Officers watch pilot Flight Commander G. Fletcher DFC of Kensington, London sign his photographic reconnaissance report.
February 1944
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Mirrorpix
Foggia
Apulia
Italy
Media ID 21904343
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Italian Front Photographs Reconnaissance Royal Air Force Waaf
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This print captures a significant moment during World War II, as officers from the Photographic Interpretation Branch of the Women's Auxiliary Air Force (WaF) visit the heavily damaged Foggia area in Italy. The purpose of their visit was to witness firsthand the devastating impact caused by bombers prior to the invasion of Italy. Amongst the ruins, these dedicated officers observed the complete destruction of Foggia's main power station and witnessed extensive damage inflicted upon railway marshalling yards. Having previously spent countless hours interpreting aerial reconnaissance photographs of this very location while serving in North Africa, they now had an opportunity to compare these images with ground reality. During their visit, they also paid a call on one of the photographic reconnaissance squadrons, where they gained insight into the meticulous process involved in obtaining such crucial photographs for military intelligence purposes. In this particular snapshot from February 1944, we see WaF Officers attentively observing Flight Commander G. Fletcher DFC sign his photographic reconnaissance report. This image serves as a poignant reminder not only of their dedication and contribution but also highlights how photography played an integral role in gathering vital information for future operations. Preserved by Memory Lane Prints, this historic photograph offers us a glimpse into an important chapter in history when brave men and women worked tirelessly behind-the-scenes to ensure victory against adversity.
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