Basements Collection

Bomb damage and crater, Petherton Road, London, WW2
Panoramic view of extensive bomb damage and a crater in Petherton Road, North London, 2 July 1944. A salvage operation took place, pumping out flooded basements

Salvage operation, Petherton Road, London, WW2
Salvage operation, pumping out flooded basements in Petherton Road, North London, on 2 July 1944, during the Second World War

MILK BELOW
In Londons Cavendish Square the milk-woman cries Milk below ! to the servants in the basements of the houses

Cave-dwellings on the English coast used as air-raid shelters, 1940 (b / w photo)
STC368006 Cave-dwellings on the English coast used as air-raid shelters, 1940 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: from Der zweite Weltkrieg im Bild)

Frank P. Hassler and Mary Hassler in the basement, Glen Ellyn, c. 1912 (b / w photo)
1078845 Frank P. Hassler and Mary Hassler in the basement, Glen Ellyn, c.1912 (b/w photo) by Hassler, William Davis (1877-1921); Collection of the New-York Historical Society

Basements of the Güell Palace, built between 1886 and 1891, designed by Antoni
Basements of the Guell Palace, built between 1886 and 1891, designed by Antoni Gaudi i Cornet

The Vaults, Shanes Castle - a view of the basements of the Castle. (Location: Northern Ireland: County Antrim: Antrim). Date: circa early 1900s

Bomb damage and crater, Petherton Road, London, WW2
Panoramic view of extensive bomb damage and a crater in Petherton Road, North London, 2 July 1944. A salvage operation took place, pumping out flooded basements. Date: 1944

Salvage operation, Petherton Road, London, WW2
Salvage operation, pumping out flooded basements in Petherton Road, North London, on 2 July 1944, during the Second World War. Date: 1944

October, Pieter van der Borcht (I), 1545 - 1608

GAUDI i CORNET, Antoni (1852-1926). Guell Palace. 1885-1890. SPAIN. CATALONIA. BARCELONA. Barcelona. G� alace. Basements. Modernism. Architecture

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"Exploring the Depths: Unveiling the Hidden Stories of Basements" Witness to History: Bomb damage and crater, Petherton Road, London, WW2 During World War II, basements became a refuge for those seeking shelter from devastating bombings. The scars left behind on Petherton Road serve as a reminder of the resilience and strength displayed by Londoners during this tumultuous time. Salvage Operation Chronicles: Restoring Hope in Petherton Road, London, WW2 Amidst the chaos of war, brave individuals embarked on salvage operations in basements along Petherton Road. Their tireless efforts aimed to reclaim what remained after destruction struck - a testament to human determination and unity. MILK BELOW: A Subterranean Haven for Survival Basements transformed into sanctuaries during times of crisis; they provided solace and protection when danger loomed overhead. The simple yet powerful message "MILK BELOW" symbolized hope as it guided people towards these underground refuges. Coastal Cave-Dwellings: England's Air-Raid Shelters (1940) In an era marked by uncertainty and fear, coastal cave-dwellings served as unconventional air-raid shelters during World War II. These black-and-white photographs capture both the ingenuity and resilience exhibited by communities facing adversity head-on. Timeless Moments Captured Underground: Frank P. Hassler & Mary Hassler (c. 1912) A glimpse into history reveals intimate moments shared within basement walls – Frank P. Hassler & Mary Hassler captured forever in black-and-white photographs that transport us back to Glen Ellyn circa 1912. The Güell Palace Basements: Architectural Marvels Beneath Our Feet Designed by Antoni Gaudí, the basements of Güell Palace stand as a testament to the visionary architect's creativity.