Thousands surrender 2

Thousands of German soldiers and vehicles photographed by a pilot of XIX TAC's 10th Photo Group as they are surrendered to American Third Army troops SW of Pilsen on May 9, 1945 - - Victory in Europe Day. It is a fitting last scene for the story of destruction wrought by the closely coordinated efforts of the Third U.S. Army and the XIX Tactical Air Command during their drive through France and, finally, during their speedy, deadly thrust across the "impenetrable" German Reich.

Thousands surrender 1

Thousands of German soldiers and vehicles photographed by a pilot of XIX TAC's 10th Photo Group as they are surrendered to American Third Army troops SW of Pilsen on May 9, 1945 - - Victory in Europe Day. It is a fitting last scene for the story of destruction wrought by the closely coordinated efforts of the Third U.S. Army and the XIX Tactical Air Command during their drive through France and, finally, during their speedy, deadly thrust across the "impenetrable" German Reich.

Locomotive damaged by Thunderbolt

A locomotive is blown up by a Thunderbolt in an attack made on 17 April 1945 near Kaaden, Germany.

Five destroyed vehicles

Five destroyed vehicles of a convoy attacked on 27 March 1945 by Thunderbolts of the 367 Group. In the attack, which took place on the highway running northeast from Grumburg, Germany, over 100 vehicles were claimed destroyed.

Lebach Supply Depot Damage

Ninth AF 2nd Phase Interpretation Report US10/D 659 LOCALITY: LEBACH SUPPLY DEPOT & SIDINGS SORTIE: US 15/3993 DATE: 19 Jan 45 PERIOD UNDER REVIEW: This report covers all damage to the target as it existed at 1530A hours on 19.1.45 COVER: The target (US10/T 441) is covered on prints of good quality. STATEMENT: One small warehouse type building destroyed. One large warehouse type building destroyed. Two large warehouse type buildings and one small building destroyed. Two warehouse buildings severely damaged and others within the area blocked and at least 20 goods wagons have been damaged or destroyed. A single crater blocks a siding at (Q/100903). Through rail traffic is possible from DILLINGEN to NEUNKIRCHIN. ACTIVITY: 12 /T are visible in the vicinity; 3 marked with the “Red Cross” are in motion. Approximately 240 mixed goods wagons, flats, and 4 engines, one of which is in steam, are present. Some of the flats near the supply depot may be loaded with M/T. Considerable track activity is seen throughout the area. 20th P. I. D. at Hq. 10th P. G.

Neunkirchen M/Y Damage

Ninth AF 2nd Phase Interpretation Report US10/D SPECIAL LOCALITY: NEUNKIRCHEN M/Y SORTIE: US 15/3959 DATE: 15 Jan 45, HOUR: 1300A PERIOD UNDER REVIEW: This report covers all damage to annotated area through 15 Jan 45. COVER: The M/Y is covered on prints of good quality. STATEMENT: Within the dotted lines is evidence of a terrific explosion. The area of devastation measures approximately 85 yards by 40 yards, and debris has been thrown for a distance of at least 250 yards. The central area of the explosion is so black that an accurate damage assessment cannot be made from this cover; however, at least fifteen damaged or destroyed wagons are visible, and many others have probably been blown to pieces. Four rail lines have been cut for a distance of approximately 120 feet. ACTIVITY: No activity is noted. 20th P. I. D. at Hq. 10th P. G.