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Searchlights by the Houses of Parliament, WW1
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Searchlights by the Houses of Parliament, WW1
Searchlights by the Houses of Parliament, First World War.
circa 1916
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Panel Parliament Searchlight Searchlights Westminster
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Searchlights by the Houses of Parliament, First World War (circa 1916) During the dark and uncertain days of the First World War, the night sky over London was illuminated by the glowing orbs of searchlights. This evocative photograph captures the scene of searchlights stationed along the banks of the River Thames, with the iconic silhouette of the Houses of Parliament standing proudly in the background. The year was 1916, and the war had been raging for over two years, taking a heavy toll on the British people. The threat of air raids from German Zeppelins and Gotha bombers loomed large, and the searchlights were a vital defense against these aerial attacks. The searchlights, a combination of blue and yellow light, cast an eerie glow over the water, reflecting off the calm surface of the Thames. The Westminster Bridge, with its distinctive red and white stripes, adds a sense of normalcy to the otherwise chaotic scene. The oil panels of the searchlights contrast sharply with the grand architecture of the Houses of Parliament, a reminder of the stark contrast between the beauty of peace and the harsh realities of war. The photograph, taken in the 1910s, is a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made during the First World War and the resilience of the British people in the face of adversity. The searchlights, once a symbol of fear and uncertainty, now stand as a testament to the bravery and determination of those who fought to protect their country.
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