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The scene at No. 38 Dudley Road, Folkestone when a shell fired from the German batteries
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The scene at No. 38 Dudley Road, Folkestone when a shell fired from the German batteries
The scene at No.38 Dudley Road, Folkestone when a shell fired from the German batteries on the French coast struck the house. Mrs Daisey Mockett was killed instantly and her eighty year old mother Margaret succumbed to her injuries at the Royal Victoria Hospital two days later. Thirteen others, including three children, were injured. Three houses were demolished, twenty were seriously damaged, and fifty slightly damaged.
10th September 1944
Staff
Daily Mirror
Mirrorpix
Folkestone
Kent
England
Media ID 21895273
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The devastating aftermath of war: A haunting image captures the scene at No. 38 Dudley Road, Folkestone on 10th September 1944. The tranquility of this once peaceful neighborhood was shattered when a shell fired from German batteries on the French coast struck this very house. Tragically, Mrs. Daisey Mockett lost her life instantly, while her elderly mother Margaret fought for survival but succumbed to her injuries two days later at the Royal Victoria Hospital. This heart-wrenching photograph serves as a stark reminder of the indiscriminate nature of conflict during World War II. Thirteen others, including three innocent children, were also injured in this horrific incident that left an indelible mark on the community. The destruction caused by this single shell is evident as three houses lay demolished and twenty more severely damaged. Fifty other homes suffered slight damage in what became known as 'Hell Fire Corner. ' This snapshot freezes a moment in time where lives were forever altered and dreams shattered amidst the chaos and uncertainty of war. As we reflect upon these dark times, let us honor those who endured such hardships during the home front struggle against tyranny. May their sacrifice serve as a constant reminder that peace must always be cherished and protected.
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