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German 250k bomb at Imprial War Museum

F0031

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Saw this at the Imperial War Museum in London. The caption reads, '... This 250 kg bomb brought part of London to a halt nearly 50 years after it was dropped, when it was uncovered in 1988 by workmen digging a trench in Poplar. ...'

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Quasi cool

Hi FOO31, That is a beautiful historical relic that would be a fine centrepiece for any collection. Thanks for showing...Dano
 
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