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Graffitti on front door, Lambeth, South London
Graffitti on a front door in Lambeth, South London: This house was vandalized by Lambeth Council 4/10/76. Possibly a parting gesture from squatters who had been living there. Date: 1976
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1976 Boarded Council Empty Graffitti Homelessness Lambeth Message Plaster Problem Problems Property Protesting Squat Squatter Squatters Squatting Vandalised Vandalized
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In the heart of Lambeth, South London in 1976, a Victorian property stood boarded up and empty, its ornate plaster front door now covered in defiant graffiti. The message scrawled across the entrance was a stark reminder of the political tensions that plagued the city during this era.
The house had been vandalized by Lambeth Council on April 10th, possibly as a parting gesture to squatters who had been living there. This act of protest against housing problems and council policies reflected the struggles faced by many residents in London at that time.
The photograph captures a moment frozen in history, showcasing not only the physical damage done to the property but also the underlying social issues that were prevalent during the 1970s. Squatting was a common form of resistance against homelessness and lack of affordable housing, with individuals taking over abandoned buildings as a means of survival.
As we look back on this image from over four decades ago, it serves as a poignant reminder of how far we have come in addressing these societal challenges - yet also how much further we still have to go. The graffiti on this front door tells a story of defiance, resilience, and solidarity among those fighting for their right to shelter and security.
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