THE ALBERT CANAL, which connects Antwerp on the Scheldt with Liege on the Meuse and was named after the Belgians' beloved King Albert. This picture was taken in May, 1940, when the R.A.F. was endeavouring to hamper the efforts of German engineers to repair damaged bridges (centre) destroyed by retreating Belgians. As the Allies advance the Germans are endeavouring to make a stand along the canal.
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Auckland Star, Volume LXXV, Issue 213, 8 September 1944, Page 6
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66THE ALBERT CANAL, which connects Antwerp on the Scheldt with Liege on the Meuse and was named after the Belgians' beloved King Albert. This picture was taken in May, 1940, when the R.A.F. was endeavouring to hamper the efforts of German engineers to repair damaged bridges (centre) destroyed by retreating Belgians. As the Allies advance the Germans are endeavouring to make a stand along the canal. Auckland Star, Volume LXXV, Issue 213, 8 September 1944, Page 6
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