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Destruction of Rouen WWII
Conflageration of Rouen evident as houses are destroyed by incendiary projectiles. Date: 23 July 1940
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Media ID 23034220
© Mary Evans/Robert Hunt Collection
Destroyed Destruction Incendiary Projectiles Rouen Second
10"x8" Mount with 8"x6" Print
Experience the raw power and history of World War II with our stunning selection of Mounted Photos from Media Storehouse, featuring the iconic image "Destruction of Rouen" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. Witness the devastating consequences of the bombing of Rouen, France on 23 July 1940, as houses are engulfed in flames from incendiary projectiles. This powerful image is a poignant reminder of the past, and the mounted print adds a touch of elegance and sophistication to any home or office decor. Order now and bring a piece of history into your space.
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 13.5cm x 20.3cm (5.3" 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 devastating aftermath of the bombing of Rouen, France during World War II on 23 July 1940. The image, titled "Conflagration of Rouen," bears witness to the destruction wrought by incendiary projectiles that reduced entire city blocks to ashes. The once-proud buildings, now engulfed in flames, stand as a haunting testament to the destructive power of war. The Second World War, which began in 1939, brought widespread devastation to Europe, and Rouen was no exception. German forces, under the command of Adolf Hitler, launched a series of air raids on the city in the early summer of 1940. The photograph captures the intensity of the destruction, with smoke billowing from the ruins of houses and buildings, and the charred remains of trees and other debris scattered across the scene. The photograph is a poignant reminder of the human cost of war and the devastating impact it can have on communities and their built environment. It also serves as a powerful reminder of the resilience and determination of those who lived through such horrors and rebuilt their lives and their cities in the aftermath. The photograph is a valuable historical document, capturing a moment in time that is both tragic and significant in the annals of world history. It is a testament to the power of photography to capture and preserve the past, and to remind us of the lessons that history can teach us about the importance of peace and the human spirit.
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