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Paddington is first London Borough to stage air raid test. First London Borough
Paddington is first London Borough to stage air raid test.
First London Borough to hold air raid precaution tests, Paddington station, a spectacular demonstration with road repair parties, decontamination and first aid squads and a mustard gas, laundry after dark.
The test, in which Rover Scouts took the part of casualties, was carried out in presence of Home Office officials. Six attacks took place and work dealt with in two hours.
Photo shows, and rescue are carrying down a gas casualty from a building hit by a bomb in the Formosa Road, Paddington..
16 February 1938
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Media ID 11261408
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14"x12" (38x32cm) Modern Frame
Step back in time with our exclusive Media Storehouse Framed Print featuring the historic moment when Paddington became the first London borough to stage an air raid test. This captivating image, sourced from TopFoto.co.uk, showcases the spectacular demonstration held at Paddington Station during the early days of air raid precautions. Add a touch of history to your home or office décor with this unique, framed print. Order yours today and relive the past with every glance.
Wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (38x32cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, 40mm wide x 15mm 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
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 19cm x 24.4cm (7.5" x 9.6")
Estimated Product Size is 32.5cm x 37.6cm (12.8" x 14.8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures a significant moment in history as Paddington becomes the first London Borough to stage an air raid test. In this remarkable demonstration held at Paddington station, various emergency teams showcase their preparedness for potential attacks during wartime. The image showcases the dedication and bravery of road repair parties, decontamination squads, and first aid teams working tirelessly to handle the aftermath of a simulated bomb attack. Even Rover Scouts participate by portraying casualties, adding authenticity to the exercise. Witnessed by Home Office officials, six attacks were carried out throughout the test period. Despite the chaos caused by these bombings, it is awe-inspiring how efficiently and swiftly work was dealt with within just two hours. In this particular scene captured on Formosa Road in Paddington, we see rescuers carefully carrying down a gas casualty from a building hit by one of the bombs. The gravity of their mission is evident on their faces as they navigate through debris-filled streets. Dating back to 16th February 1938 between World Wars I and II, this monochrome photograph serves as a poignant reminder of Europe's tumultuous past. Preserved by TopFoto. co. uk under Planet News press photography collection number 73642, it stands as an invaluable historical artifact that sheds light on London's resilience during times of uncertainty and adversity.
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