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Blitz in London -- Whitechapel Fire Station
Whitechapel Fire Station in Whitechapel Road having suffered heavy blast damage following a bombing raid on 8 September 1940. The fire appliances remain available and are parked in the bays despite the station appliance doors having been blown off. Date: 1940
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Bays Blitz Bomb Bombed Bombing Damage Damaged Explosive Pedestrians Raid Rubble Sandbags Stations Whitechapel Firefighter Firefighters Firefighting Fireman Firemen
20"x16" (50x40cm) Canvas Print
Introducing the captivating "Blitz in London -- Whitechapel Fire Station" canvas print from Media Storehouse. This powerful image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports you back in time to the heart of London during the Second World War. Witness the unforgettable moment as Whitechapel Fire Station, located in Whitechapel Road, stands defiantly against the backdrop of heavy blast damage from a bombing raid on 8 September 1940. Our high-quality canvas prints bring the history and emotion of this iconic photograph to your home or office, allowing you to relive the past with stunning detail and vibrant colors. Order yours today and bring a piece of history into your living space.
Ready to hang Premium Gloss Canvas Print. Our archival quality canvas prints are made from Polyester and Cotton mix and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
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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This evocative photograph captures the resilience and determination of the Whitechapel Fire Station crew during the intense Blitz of London in September 1940. Amidst the chaos and destruction of the bombing raid on Whitechapel Road, the fire appliances of the London Fire Brigade (LFB) remain steadfastly in their bays, despite the heavy blast damage that has left their doors blown off. The sandbags and rubble surrounding the station serve as a grim reminder of the ongoing threat posed by high explosive bombs. Yet, despite the damage, the firefighters continue their vital work, with pedestrians and onlookers gathering at a safe distance to bear witness to their heroism. The date, September 1940, marks a pivotal moment in World War II history, as the relentless air raids on London reached their peak. This poignant image serves as a testament to the unwavering spirit of the emergency services and the indomitable nature of the British people during wartime.
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