1944

Crooked Billet - V2 attack

Categories: Tragedy

The attack happened when the pub was full of people enjoying a night out. Twenty seven were killed and dozens were seriously injured.

Credit for this entry to: Alan Patient of www.plaquesoflondon.co.uk

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