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A woman enjoys a cup of tea in the midst of the bomb damage at New Cross after air raids
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A woman enjoys a cup of tea in the midst of the bomb damage at New Cross after air raids
A woman enjoys a cup of tea in the midst of the bomb damage at New Cross after air raids on London in World War Two
June 1944
Daily Mirror
Mirrorpix
London
England
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Media ID 21539545
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Blitz Bombing Core19 Damage Destruction Drink Homeless Nm20060306 Rubble Air Raid Blitz Spirit
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Amidst the ruins of New Cross, London, during the intense air raids of World War Two in June 1944, a woman takes a moment of respite to enjoy a cup of tea. The Blitz, as the relentless bombing campaign was known, brought destruction and chaos to the city, leaving countless homes and businesses in ruins. Yet, despite the devastation, the British people refused to let the war disrupt their daily lives. This powerful image encapsulates the 'Blitz Spirit' - the indomitable spirit of the British people who, even in the face of adversity, continued to 'keep calm and carry on.' The woman's serene expression and the simple pleasure of her cup of tea serve as a poignant reminder of the resilience and fortitude of the human spirit. The rubble and damage that surround her are a stark reminder of the destruction wrought by the war, but she remains undeterred, demonstrating that life must go on. This evocative photograph, taken by a Daily Mirror photographer in the 1940s, is a testament to the enduring spirit of the British people during World War Two.
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