Saturday 26 October 1918 – Prop. Split by Shrapnel

Two attempts at photography today.  The first, in cloudy conditions in the morning, was unsuccessful.  The second was a success, with at least 20 plates exposed of the River Scheldt, north of Tournai.  But success was accompanied by a narrow escape, as shrapnel from anti-aircraft fire split the propeller of RE8 2517.  Fortunately, Greg and … Continue reading Saturday 26 October 1918 – Prop. Split by Shrapnel