V1 flying bomb attack on Dartford
The V1 flying bomb,(also known as a doodlebug), fell in Carrington Road, killing 10 people and injuring 107. It destroyed 20 homes and caused damage to a further 700 in the surrounding area. Our pi...
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Nunhead Lane V1 rocket
WWII attack on a factory which killed 24 people. The memorial gives details of the event. Our picture is a contemporary drawing of the aftermath of the disaster.
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Last V2 rocket in Kingston upon Thames
The rocket landed at 2.35 p.m. Eight people were killed, 117 injured and many houses destroyed or damaged.
1 memorial
Battle of Kohima
The battle was the turning point of the Japanese U Go offensive against British forces in north-east India. It was fought in three stages around the town of Kohima, and has been referred to as the ...
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