The story
The first A4 rocket exploded on Test Stand VII at Peenemünde, Germany during a combustion chamber test.
Photo:Trailer for V-2 rocket transportation, Peenemünde, Germany, 1940s ww2dbase
There's more to discover
You have arrived at just one small part of Back to Normandy — a personal project dedicated to preserving stories, images, music and memories of the Second World War.
Every record is a doorway to a larger story. Explore Back to Normandy to discover more, or visit Fred Vogels' personal website to learn about the person and the projects behind it.