flying bomb

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  • Londoners lived in constant fear of the V-1 flying bomb during the war.
  • A flying bomb was an early type of cruise missile, powered by a pulsejet engine.
  • The terrifying silence after the engine of a flying bomb cut out meant it was about to dive.
  • The documentary showed rare footage of a flying bomb being launched from its ramp.
  • The museum has a deactivated V-1 flying bomb on display.
  • Allied pilots bravely attempted to intercept the incoming flying bomb attacks.
  • The relentless barrage of flying bombs caused widespread destruction across southern England.
  • My grandfather told stories of hearing the distinct buzzing sound of a flying bomb overhead.
  • The explosion from a single flying bomb could level several buildings.
  • Unlike a conventional bomber, a flying bomb was an unmanned weapon designed to terrorize civilians.