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Lot no. 162
Waco glider tow rope, made from thick rope with metal reinforcements at the loops. No visible markings. Label partially illegible. Characteristic wear and patina consistent with its age. Condition II+. According to the seller's information, this traction rope comes from Savy. On 26 December 1944, a glider supply operation was carried out to bring medical supplies and nursing staff to Bastogne. A glider carrying a medical team of five doctors, four nurses and around 300 kg of equipment was dropped from Verdun. Unfortunately, due to an early release, the glider landed on the edge of the intended landing zone, exposing the team to enemy lines. Despite this, the medics managed to reach the divisional hospital at around 5.30pm that day. Waco glider tow rope made of thick cord with metal reinforcements at the loop ends. No visible markings are present. The attached label is partially illegible. The item shows characteristic wear and a patina consistent with its age. Condition rated as II+. According to the seller, this tow rope comes from Savy. On December 26, 1944, a glider resupply operation was conducted to deliver medical supplies and personnel to Bastogne. One glider, carrying a medical team composed of five doctors, four nurses, and approximately 300 kg of equipment, was released from Verdun. Unfortunately, due to a premature drop, the glider landed at the edge of the intended landing zone, placing the team near enemy lines. Despite the risks, the doctors successfully reached the divisional hospital around 5,30 PM that day.
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