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Blitz in London -- fire damage at Docks, WW2
Blitz in London -- fire damage at the Docks, with billowing smoke, on 7 September 1940. Date: 1940
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"This evocative photograph captures the devastating impact of the Blitz on London's East End, specifically at the docks on 7 September 1940 during the Second World War. The billowing smoke rising from the fires indicates the intensity of the bombing raids that had been taking place throughout the day. The London Fire Brigade and firefighters are seen working tirelessly to extinguish the flames, their determination etched on their faces. The damage to the ships and surrounding structures is extensive, with debris scattered across the streets. The people of London, both civilians and emergency responders, bravely endured the heavy raids, which became a daily reality during the war. This historical image offers a poignant reminder of the resilience and fortitude of the British people during the 1940s, as they fought to protect their city from the destruction of the Blitz." Image Title: Blitz in London -- Fire Damage at the Docks, 7 September 1940 Date: 1940 Location: London, England Description: This photograph depicts the aftermath of a bombing raid during the Blitz in London, with extensive fire damage at the docks on 7 September 1940. The London Fire Brigade and firefighters are seen working to put out the flames, while billowing smoke rises from the destruction. The damage to the ships and surrounding structures is extensive, with debris scattered across the streets. Keywords: London, fire, brigade, firemen, fireman, firefighter, firefighting, LFB, service, bomb, damage, docks, WW2, WWII, wartime, world, war, 2nd, home, front, Blitz, bombing, bombed, air, raid, damaged, firefighters, September, 1940, 1940s, 40s, forties, heavy, raids, billowing, smoke, street, people, ship, ships, Greenwich, Silley Weir.
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