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Fine Art Print : Blitz in London -- Balham High Road, WW2
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Blitz in London -- Balham High Road, WW2
Blitz in London -- a bus in a bomb crater over an underground station in Balham High Road, SW London, 14 October 1940. Date: 1940
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A2 (42x59cm) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our captivating Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse, featuring the evocative image "Blitz in London -- Balham High Road, WW2" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This powerful photograph captures the raw essence of London during the Blitz, with a bus suspended in a bomb crater above an underground station on Balham High Road in South West London, dated 14 October 1940. This striking print is an essential addition to any history or war-themed collection, transporting you back to a pivotal moment in time. Order yours today and bring a piece of history into your home or office.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 54.8cm x 42cm (21.6" x 16.5")
Estimated Product Size is 59.4cm x 42cm (23.4" x 16.5")
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 devastating impact of the Blitz on London during World War II, specifically in Balham High Road, SW London, on 14 October 1940. The scene shows a double-decker bus swallowed by a bomb crater, precariously perched above the entrance of an underground station. The station's twisted metal signage and damaged tramlines add to the chaos, while firefighters from the London Fire Brigade can be seen in the foreground, attempting to extinguish a fire and rescue passengers from the wreckage. The destruction and debris cover the earth, with smoke rising from the impact site, creating an eerie and surreal atmosphere. The image is a poignant reminder of the devastating effects of the air raids on civilians and infrastructure during the 2nd World War's home front. The firemen, with their determined expressions and ladder in hand, symbolize the resilience and bravery of the emergency services during this trying time. This historical photograph transports us back to the 1940s and offers a glimpse into the challenges and hardships faced by Londoners during the Blitz.
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