Crane for engine exchange, Netherlands, May 1942

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Photograph. German air crewmen using large, portable crane for changing out German Dornier Do 217 bomber engines. The engine is being lowered to the ground. Translated German caption from photo reverse: "In 30 Minutes a New Motor. The removal requires a firm grip. Photo 4, Series of 9. Holland, 19/5/42." Holland/Netherlands. 19 May 1942

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05/19/1942
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Collection consists of 270 photographs from Germany, taken as propaganda photos to demonstrate the might of the German military.
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Engines--Europe