fire night incendiary coal lumber yards railroad station

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fire night incendiary coal lumber yards railroad station

Same fire, night incendiary of coal and lumber yards near railroad station, still burning on following morning. 1938, Israel

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1938 Burning Coal Fire Railroad Station

EDITORS COMMENTS
This print from the Liszt Collection takes us back to a fateful night in 1938, Israel. The image captures the sheer intensity of a devastating fire that engulfed both coal and lumber yards near a bustling railroad station. The scene is shrouded in darkness, illuminated only by the fiery glow emanating from the burning wreckage. The photograph's composition skillfully conveys the chaos and destruction caused by this incendiary event. Thick plumes of smoke billow into the sky, creating an eerie atmosphere that hangs heavily over the devastated landscape. Despite being taken at night, every detail is sharply defined - from charred debris scattered across the ground to flames still licking at what remains. As we peer closer, it becomes apparent that this snapshot was captured on two separate occasions: during the initial inferno and then again on the following morning when remnants of smoldering embers continued their relentless assault on what once stood proudly. This haunting image serves as a poignant reminder of how quickly life can be turned upside down by unforeseen disasters. It invites us to reflect upon our vulnerability in face of nature's fury while also acknowledging humanity's resilience in rebuilding after such catastrophic events. The Liszt Collection has preserved this historical moment with great care, allowing future generations to bear witness to its power and significance.

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