Bielefeld viaduct

Film illustrating the damage caused to the Bielefeld Viaduct in Germany by 617 Squadron RAF using ten-ton ‘Grand Slam’ bombs. The damage to the viaduct is seen from several perspectives.

Ground views show the Bielefeld Viaduct in Germany after an attack by 617 Squadron, using ten-ton ‘Grand Slam’ bombs on 14 March 1945 caused the collapse of the viaduct’s centre section. The damage is shown from several perspectives, including close-up views from the ground and a view along the track from the end of the viaduct. Many craters resulting from previous aerial attacks are also visible in the surrounding area.