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1939 Belgian bridge lined with mines explodes when hit by lightning
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0:35Now PlayingDate: 25th September 1939
Location: Devonport
Source: Reuters Historical News Collection: GAUMONT BRITISH NEWSREEL (REUTERS)
BELGIUM: Liege:
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BRIDGES Mined Bridge explodes in Belgium at Liege due to lightning
Bridge laced with landmines explodes when hit by lightning, killing 10 and wouding 50
Belgium; Buildings, Landmarks and Monuments; Air Raids and War Damage; Explosions
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