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12 February 2026

Photographic Reconnaissance and the Maritime War

Aerial Photographic Reconnaissance played a crucial role in Allied Shipping Intelligence during the Second World War. From identifying enemy vessels, to monitoring ports and shipyards, wartime photographs helped the Allies...

06 February 2026

Image Release Note 0029: NARA Upload

This release highlights Second World War imagery from NARA, with considerable coverage of the Philippines and Argentina alongside European images.

21 January 2026

Image Release Note 0028: NARA Upload

This release highlights Second World War imagery from NARA, with a strong focus on France and Germany, alongside further European coverage.

13 January 2026

Irish Defence Forces Collaboration

The National Collection of Aerial Photography has been working with the Irish Defence Forces to digitise tens of thousands of aerial photographic images and associated records held by the Irish...