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Blitz in London -- Invicta Road, Westcombe Park, WW2
Blitz in London -- firefighters join Heavy Rescue teams (in overalls) and ARP squads who are searching for casualties and bodies after a heavy explosive bomb devastated buildings in Invicta Road, Westcombe Park, London SE3, after another nights bombing, 14 November 1940
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Blitz Bodies Bomb Bombed Bombing Casualties Debris Devastated Explosive Heavy Invicta Mess Overalls Raid Rescue Rubble Searching Squads Teams Westcombe Wreckage Firefighter Firefighters Firefighting Fireman Firemen
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 16.7cm (10" x 6.6")
Estimated Product Size is 27.5cm x 22.5cm (10.8" x 8.9")
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the aftermath of a devastating bombing raid during the Blitz in London, specifically in Invicta Road, Westcombe Park, on the night of 14 November 1940. The image shows a group of brave emergency responders, including firefighters in overalls, Heavy Rescue teams, and ARP (Air Raid Precautions) squads, working together to search for casualties and bodies amidst the wreckage of the bombed buildings. The London Fire Brigade was at the forefront of the response efforts during WW2, and this photograph is a poignant reminder of their selfless dedication to saving lives and providing assistance during the darkest hours of the war. The scene is chaotic, with debris and rubble scattered everywhere, and the faint glow of fires still burning in the background. The image transports us back to the 1940s, a time of uncertainty and fear, but also of resilience and community spirit. The Londoners, despite the constant threat of air raids, continued to band together and support each other, relying on the heroic efforts of the emergency services to keep them safe. This photograph is a testament to the bravery and determination of those who served during the Blitz, and a reminder of the indomitable spirit of Londoners in the face of adversity.
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