Greetings Card : Street celebration with flags, VE Day
Cards from Mary Evans Picture Library
Street celebration with flags, VE Day
Standing amid the rubble of bombed homes, people celebrate with flags in Battersea, South London, to celebrate the end of the Second World War on VE Day. Date: 1945
Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries
Media ID 14164191
© Mary Evans / Pharcide
1945 Battersea Bombed Bunting Celebrate Celebration Homes Jack Peace Residential Rubble Terrace Terraced Victory
Greetings Card (A5)
Celebrate a special occasion with our vintage VE Day greetings cards from Media Storehouse. This heartwarming design features an iconic image from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcasing the jubilant spirit of Londoners as they gather to mark the end of the Second World War. Amid the rubble of bombed homes, people stand tall, waving flags and beaming with joy. A timeless tribute to resilience and hope, our VE Day cards are the perfect way to add a touch of history and nostalgia to your greetings. Order yours today and make this VE Day one to remember!
Create your own greetings card. Size when folded is A5 (14.5x21cm or 5.7x8.3 inches)
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 21cm x 14.5cm (8.3" x 5.7")
Estimated Product Size is 21cm x 29cm (8.3" x 11.4")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
Amid the ruins of bombed homes in Battersea, South London, a spirit of jubilation and hope emerged as the people celebrated the end of the Second World War on VE Day, May 8, 1945. The once peaceful residential terrace, now a scene of destruction, came alive with the colors of flags and bunting. Men, women, and children, some dressed in their Sunday best, stood together, their faces reflecting a mix of relief, joy, and exhaustion. The Union Jack waved proudly, a symbol of victory and unity, amid the rubble. The buildings, reduced to mere piles of bricks and debris, bore witness to the long and arduous journey towards peace. The streets echoed with laughter and music, as people let go of their fears and anxieties, if only for a moment. This poignant image captures the essence of a community coming together to celebrate a hard-won victory, and the beginning of a new chapter in history.
MADE IN THE UK
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
FREE COLORIZATION SERVICE
You can choose advanced AI Colorization for this picture at no extra charge!
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Basket.