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Antique Framed Print : Firemen tackle a blaze in the library at Chelmsford Prison. 20th March 1978
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Firemen tackle a blaze in the library at Chelmsford Prison. 20th March 1978
Peter Case
Daily Mirror
Mirrorpix
United Kingdom
Media ID 21684454
© Mirrorpix
Blaze Building Emergency Services Essex Exterior Fire Jail Prison 1978 Chelmsford
21"x16" (54x41cm) Antique Frame
Bevelled wood effect frame, card mounted, 15x10 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 21x16 inches (54x41cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
Bevelled Wood Effect Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 37.1cm x 24.6cm (14.6" x 9.7")
Estimated Product Size is 54cm x 41.4cm (21.3" x 16.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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In this print by Peter Case, we are transported back to the intense events of 20th March 1978 at Chelmsford Prison. The image captures a pivotal moment as brave firemen valiantly tackle a blazing inferno engulfing the prison's library. The scene is one of chaos and urgency, with billowing smoke obscuring the building's exterior. Flames dance menacingly against the night sky, casting an eerie glow on the surrounding emergency services personnel who have gathered to combat this formidable challenge. This snapshot from the past serves as a powerful reminder of both the dangers faced by firefighters and the critical role they play in safeguarding our communities. Their unwavering commitment to protecting lives and property shines through even amidst such adversity. Chelmsford Prison itself stands stoically in defiance against destruction, its imposing structure symbolizing resilience in face of disaster. This photograph encapsulates not only a specific event but also represents an era -the 1970s- when prisons were often seen as volatile environments fraught with tension. Peter Case skillfully captures this historic moment, allowing us to reflect on how far we have come since that fateful day in Essex. It serves as a testament to human bravery and reminds us of our collective responsibility to ensure safety within our society. As we gaze upon this remarkable image from Memory Lane Prints, let it serve as a poignant reminder that heroes exist among us - those willing to confront danger head-on for the greater good.
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