| Place | Europe: Greece, Crete |
|---|---|
| Accession Number | 066894 |
| Collection type | Photograph |
| Object type | Black & white |
| Physical description | Black & white |
| Place made | Greece: Crete |
| Date made | c 20 - 21 May 1941 |
| Conflict |
Second World War, 1939-1945 |
| Copyright |
Item copyright: Copyright expired - public domain
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The town of Heraklion on the north coast of Crete, being bombed by the German Luftwaffe during ...
Description
The town of Heraklion on the north coast of Crete, being bombed by the German Luftwaffe during the German airborne invasion of the island. This image was taken about 100 metres north of the 14th British Infantry Brigade Headquarters looking to the east. Abandoned British vehicles are visible in the foreground.