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Teign Valley US_7PH_GP_LOC118_V_5046
Teign Valley, Devon, photographed by an aircraft of the United States Eighth Air Force's 7th Photographic Reconnaissance Group on 22 December 1943. Shadows cast by low winter sunshine reveal the winding combes that finger their way towards the River Teign. On the day this photograph was taken, aircraft from the 7th Photographic Reconnaissance Group flew sorties to record enemy airfields in occupied France. Historic England is the public body that champions and protects England's historic places. © Historic England Archive
Media ID 32426888
Filename: us_7ph_gp_loc118_v_5046.jpg
Size: 10947 x 5818 (18.0MB)
Date: 22nd August 2023
Source: Historic England
Credit: Source: Historic England Archive
Source: Historic England Archive
Owner URL: https://images.historicenglandservices.org.uk/
1940s Landscape River Rural Vertical Wartime
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This photo print, titled "Teign Valley US_7PH_GP_LOC118_V_5046" takes us back to a significant moment in history. Captured by an aircraft of the United States Eighth Air Force's 7th Photographic Reconnaissance Group on 22 December 1943, this aerial shot showcases the stunning Teign Valley in Devon. The low winter sunshine casts enchanting shadows that reveal the intricate winding combes leading towards the River Teign. It is evident that this photograph was taken with great precision and attention to detail, as it captures not only the natural beauty of the landscape but also serves a vital purpose during World War II. On this particular day, brave aircraft from the 7th Photographic Reconnaissance Group embarked on sorties to record enemy airfields in occupied France. This image stands as a testament to their courage and dedication in gathering crucial intelligence for strategic planning during wartime. Transporting us back to rural England in the 1940s, this vertical composition offers a unique perspective of both nature's splendor and humanity's resilience amidst conflict. Preserved by Historic England, this remarkable piece provides us with a glimpse into our shared past while honoring those who served in the United States Army Air Forces.
