The V1 flying bomb was one of the most fear-inducing terror weapons of the Second World War. Thousands were killed and wounded by its warhead, but alongside those civilians are the …

The V1 (Vergeltungwaffe 1 - Reprisal Weapon 1) was at the forefront of this programme, but design faults and pre-emptive Allied air raids on vital installations ensured that it did not enter …

In this video, IWM Curator Vikki Hawkins looks at why the V1 flying bomb was created, how it worked and who the weapon impacted during the Second World War.

Rear view of V-1 in IWM Duxford, showing launch ramp section. The Argus pulsejet's major components ... was to allow the engine to start running but the real reason was that the Argus …

The following 46 files are in this category, out of 46 total. Full-size Mock-up Fieseler Fi103 -BAPC36- on original launch ramp. IWM Duxford (51290142376).jpg 5,244 × 3,496; 15.91 MB.

First falling on London in June 1944, the V1 or 'doodlebug' quickly became one of the most fear-inducing weapons of the Second World War. In the face of the relentless Allied bombing of …

A look at the V1, produced for the RAF's 'Gen' series of films for screening to RAF personnel at home and overseas during the Second World War. Find the...

2023年10月2日 · To counter the V-1, the British deployed a variety of air defenses including anti-aircraft guns, barrage balloons, and fighter aircraft to intercept the bombs. They also targeted …

IWM Duxford | Behind the Ropes: V1 Flying Bomb After D-Day, Hitler, with the tide of the war turning against him, launched his 'Vengeance Weapons' against England and Europe. The …

V1 missiles continued to be fired on England until launch sites were overrun by Allied ground forces as they continued pushing the German Army back. The last V1 to be recorded in flight …