The flood in Passau and other parts of Lower Bavaria (July, 1954) were also referred to as the flood of the century. The Danube, the Inn and the Ilz had overflowed their banks, and flooded towns and villages. Photo of the flooded streets in the historic city of Passau.

The flood in Passau and other parts of Lower Bavaria (July, 1954) were also referred to as the flood of the century. The Danube, the Inn and the Ilz had overflowed their banks, and flooded towns and villages. Photo of the flooded streets in the historic city of Passau. Stock Photo

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Sueddeutsche Zeitung Photo / Alamy Stock Photo

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2A2B548

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5524 x 3491 px | 46.8 x 29.6 cm | 18.4 x 11.6 inches | 300dpi

Date taken:

1 July 1954

Location:

Passau, Bavaria, Germany

Photographer:

Alfred Strobel/Süddeutsche Zeitung Photo

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This image could have imperfections as it’s either historical or reportage.

Flooded streets in Passau, 1954. The flood in Passau and other parts of Lower Bavaria (July, 1954) were also referred to as the flood of the century. The Danube, the Inn and the Ilz had overflowed their banks, and flooded towns and villages. Photo of the flooded streets in the historic city of Passau. Date created: 01/07/1954-31/07/1954

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