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Blitz in London -- John Lewis, Oxford Street, WW2
Firefighters at work in in Londons main shopping district, Oxford Street, W1, after high explosive and incendiary bombs caused widespread damage and started very many serious fires on 18 September 1940. Seen here is a corner building, the National Bank, near the premises of John Lewis. Date: 1940
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Bank Blitz Bomb Bombed Bombing Bombs Corner Crew Crews Damage Damaged Explosive Extinguishing Fires Incendiary Jets Lewis Oxford Premises Raid Shopping Firefighter Firefighters Firefighting Fireman Firemen
10"x8" Mount with 8"x6" Print
Step back in time with our captivating selection from the Media Storehouse Mounted Photos range. This particular image, "John Lewis, Oxford Street, WW2 by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online," transports you to the heart of London during World War II. Witness the bravery and resilience of the firefighters as they work tirelessly to extinguish fires in the main shopping district of Oxford Street, W1. The widespread damage caused by high explosive and incendiary bombs is a stark reminder of the past. This mounted photo is not only a beautiful addition to your home or office decor but also a historical piece that tells a story. Experience the power of history in your everyday life with our high-quality mounted photos.
Printed on 8"x6" paper and suitable for use in a 10"x8" frame (frame not included). Prints are mounted with card both front and back. Featuring a custom cut aperture to match chosen image. Professional 234gsm Fujifilm Crystal Archive DP II paper.
Photo prints supplied in custom cut card mount ready for framing
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 15cm x 20.3cm (5.9" x 8")
Estimated Product Size is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This evocative photograph captures the bravery and determination of the London Fire Brigade during the intense Blitz of 1940. The scene is set on Oxford Street, W1, one of London's main shopping districts, which was devastated by high explosive and incendiary bombs on September 18, 1940. In the foreground, a team of firefighters from the London Fire Brigade is seen working tirelessly to extinguish a fire that has engulfed the corner building near John Lewis, a well-known department store. The National Bank building, located on the same block, can be seen partially damaged in the background. The pavement is littered with debris, and the once bustling street is now a desolate scene of destruction. The firefighters, dressed in their protective gear, focus intently on their task, using powerful jets of water to combat the flames. The intensity of the fire is evident in the thick, dark smoke that billows into the sky. The Blitz, a series of air raids by the German Air Force, caused widespread damage and destruction across London, leaving many areas in ruins. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the resilience and heroism of the London Fire Brigade during those dark days of World War II.
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