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Florence flood of November 4, 1966: Via Francesco de Sanctis full of mud and with cars damaged by the flood
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Florence flood of November 4, 1966: Via Francesco de Sanctis full of mud and with cars damaged by the flood
3569019 Florence flood of November 4, 1966: Via Francesco de Sanctis full of mud and with cars damaged by the flood by Unknown photographer, (20th century); (add.info.: via Francesco de Sanctis, Florence
1966
Flood of Florence, 4 November 1966
Photographer: Unidentified Author); Alinari Archives, Florence
Media ID 33396692
© Alinari Archives, Florence / Bridgeman Images
Automobile By Land Deluge Flood Geological Natural Elements And Phenomena On The Road Road Avenue Scene And Method Of Transportation Structure View Of The City With Action
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This print captures the devastating aftermath of the Florence flood that occurred on November 4,1966. Via Francesco de 'Sanctis, a once bustling street in Florence, is now unrecognizable as it lies submerged in thick layers of mud. The scene is filled with damaged cars, their bodies battered by the forceful deluge. The unknown photographer skillfully portrays the sheer destruction caused by this natural disaster. The image showcases both human-made structures and natural elements intertwined in chaos. The architecture along the road avenue stands as a testament to man's vulnerability against geological forces. In this snapshot of history frozen in time, one can almost feel the weight of despair hanging heavy in the air. It offers a glimpse into an urban landscape transformed into an eerie ghost town overnight. Despite its desolation, there is action present within this still frame – remnants of people attempting to salvage what they can from their waterlogged vehicles or perhaps surveying the damage done to their beloved city. Transportation becomes futile amidst such devastation; roads that were once busy thoroughfares are now impassable rivers of mud. This photograph serves as a reminder that nature's power knows no bounds and can bring even bustling cities to their knees. As we gaze upon this haunting image from Bridgeman Images' collection, we are transported back to that fateful day when Florence was forever changed by forces beyond human control. It serves as a poignant reminder of our own fragility and resilience in the face of Mother Nature's wrath.
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