Home > Europe > United Kingdom > England > Aviation
V-2 Rocket A-4
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Mary Evans Picture Library
V-2 Rocket A-4
V-2 Rocket on a Low-Loader Truck in the Streets in London Date: 1945
Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries
Media ID 18405542
© aviation-images.com / Mary Evans Picture Library
1945 Cruise Missile Spacecraft Weapon
FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS
> Europe
> United Kingdom
> England
> Aviation
> Europe
> United Kingdom
> England
> London
> Transport
> Aviation
> Related Images
> Historic
> World War I and II
> Airplanes and aviation
> Mary Evans Prints Online
> Aviation Images
EDITORS COMMENTS
1. Title: "V-2 Rocket A-4: The Invasion of Peaceful Streets - London, 1945" This evocative black-and-white photograph captures a pivotal moment in history as a V-2 Rocket A-4, a remnant of the devastating German V-weapons used during World War II, is transported through the bustling streets of London in 1945. The image, taken by an unidentified photographer, encapsulates the raw power and tension of the post-war era. The V-2 Rocket, also known as the Vergeltungswaffe 2 (Vengeance Weapon 2) or Aggregat 4, was the world's first long-range ballistic missile. Developed by the German military under the leadership of Wernher von Braun, this advanced weapon was capable of delivering a warhead to targets hundreds of miles away. The V-2 posed a significant threat to Allied forces during the final stages of the war, with over 3,000 rockets launched against various targets in Belgium, France, and the United Kingdom. In this photograph, a low-loader truck, adorned with the insignia of the British Army, transports the V-2 Rocket A-4 through the crowded streets of London. The rocket's menacing shape and size dwarf the surrounding buildings, while the onlookers, a mixture of curiosity and apprehension, stand in stark contrast to the peaceful urban setting. The image serves as a poignant reminder of the destructive power that had been unleashed during the war and the tenuous peace that followed. This powerful photograph, taken from the extensive collection at Mary Evans Prints Online, offers a unique perspective on a pivotal moment in history. It invites us to reflect on the complexities of war and the indelible impact it leaves on the world.
MADE IN THE USA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
FREE COLORIZATION SERVICE
You can choose advanced AI Colorization for this picture at no extra charge!
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.
