Helmuth Euler
The Dams Raid Through the Lens
- ISBN 13:
- 9781870067270
- author:
- Helmuth Euler
- format:
- HardBack
- publisher:
- After the Battle
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2001
- Pages:
- 240
- Dimensions:
- 29.7 x 21.5 x 2.5 centimetres (1
- Genre:
- Arts & Photography, Photography, Collections,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
The Dams Raid Through the Lens by Helmuth Euler In May 1943, British bombers launched a devastating attack on the M?hne and Eder dams in the Ruhr. This pivotal moment in World War II had far-reaching consequences for Germany's war effort. The destruction of these dams was not just a military blow, but also a significant loss for the German economy. The Ruhr region's waterways were crucial for steel production, which in turn supported the entire German armament industry. The attack on May 16/17, 1943, resulted in widespread damage and disruption to infrastructure, with dozens of bridges destroyed, hundreds of buildings lost, and nearly 200 square kilometres of land flooded. This book presents a unique perspective on one of the most significant events of World War II, using over 400 rare photographs, documents, and eyewitness accounts.
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