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B-17 Explosion England

1944-09-24

Mechanics were working in the bomb bay of this Boeing B-17 "Flying Fortress" when sparks from a torch caused an explosion in the oxygen system - this was the result - the aircraft was sent to salvage. 401st Bomb Group, England, 24 September 1944.

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