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A mobile unit of the English Electric Thunderbird surfa?
A mobile unit of the English Electric Thunderbird surface-to-air guided missile system leaves English Electric?s Guided Weapons Division factory at Stevenage, Hertfordshire, on its way to a special exhibition at SHAPE, near Paris, of British guided weapons to NATO nations. It was the first time a complete mobile unit of Thunderbird had been seen in public
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A historic moment in the annals of British military technology: a mobile unit of the English Electric Thunderbird surface-to-air guided missile system bids farewell to its birthplace as it embarks on a journey to an extraordinary exhibition. The image captures the moment the Thunderbird unit rolls out of English Electric's Guided Weapons Division factory in Stevenage, Hertfordshire, England, en route to SHAPE (Supreme Headquarters Allied Powers Europe) near Paris. This marked the first public appearance of a complete Thunderbird mobile unit, a testament to the advanced engineering and design prowess of the English Electric Company. The Thunderbird system, a vital component of the British military's air defense arsenal, was a state-of-the-art surface-to-air guided missile system capable of engaging aerial threats at ranges of up to 12 miles. The Thunderbird unit's departure from the factory was a significant milestone, not just for the English Electric Company, but also for NATO nations eager to witness the capabilities of British guided weapons. The special exhibition at SHAPE aimed to showcase the latest advancements in guided weapons technology and strengthen international cooperation and collaboration. As the Thunderbird unit disappears into the horizon, it symbolizes the ongoing commitment of the English Electric Company to innovation and the unwavering support of the British military in the defense of its allies. This image stands as a testament to the power and prowess of British engineering and military might, a legacy that continues to inspire and protect.
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