Did you know the V1 was the world’s first cruise missile? The V-1 flying bomb, also known as the "Buzz Bomb" or "Doodlebug," was a revolutionary weapon used by Nazi Germany during World War II. This pilotless aircraft was propelled by a distinctive pulse jet engine that gave it its infamous nickname. Launched from fixed ramps using a steam-powered catapult, V-1s were primarily aimed at London and other targets in southern England and Belgium. Although its guidance system was rudimentary, relying

The V1 Flying Bomb, also known as 'buzz bomb' or 'doodlebug', was one of the most fear-inducing terror weapons of the Second World War. But who are the weapon's forgotten victims? | Imperial War Museum London

A look at the V1, produced for the RAF's 'Gen' series of films for screening to RAF personnel at home and overseas during the Second World War. Find the full film here on our website: https://bit.ly/3TiiA7X Film: IWM GEN 7 | Imperial War Museum London

British Defense Against V-1 Flying Bombs, 1944.