"WWII Bomb Discovered in Plymouth Garden to be Safely Disposed at Sea"
TL;DR
Archivists at The Box in Plymouth believe they have determined the date a World War Two bomb found in Keyham was dropped, pinpointing it to 22 or 23 April, 1941 based on "bomb maps" from the war. The 500kg (1,102lb) bomb led to the evacuation of over 1,200 properties and approximately 3,250 people in the area, with Plymouth Life Centre serving as an emergency rest area. Despite advisories, a "minimal" number of residents have chosen to stay in their homes, prompting ongoing conversations to ensure their safety.
Topics:worldhistory-world-war-two#bombing#evacuation#history-world-war-two#plymouth#the-box#world-war-two
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