Mounted Print : Sports stadium affected in Birmingham during the summer heatwave and drought of 1976

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Sports stadium affected in Birmingham during the summer heatwave and drought of 1976

Sports stadium affected in Birmingham during the summer heatwave and drought of 1976.
20th August 1976

Birmingham Post and Mail Archive
Mirrorpix
Birmingham
England
BPM 3757

Media ID 21667655

© Mirrorpix

Drought Heat

10"x8" Mount with 8"x6" Print

Step back in time with our vintage mounted photo from the Media Storehouse collection, featuring an iconic image of a Birmingham sports stadium during the scorching summer heatwave and drought of 1976. Captured by Mirrorpix, this memory from Memory Lane Prints brings history to life, transporting you back to the sizzling August day of the 20th, as the effects of the drought are evident in this powerful, black-and-white photograph. Add this unique piece to your collection and relive the past, one moment at a time.

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.

EDITORS COMMENTS
This print takes us back to the scorching summer of 1976, when Birmingham's sports stadium fell victim to the relentless heatwave and drought that gripped the nation. As we gaze at this snapshot frozen in time on August 20th, 1976, we can almost feel the sweltering temperatures radiating from our surroundings. The image captures a scene of desolation and aridity as the once lush green field is transformed into a barren landscape. The sun beats down mercilessly on empty stands that were once filled with cheering fans. It serves as a stark reminder of how nature's elements can impact even our most cherished sporting arenas. During this historic heatwave, water restrictions were imposed across the country, leaving stadiums like this one parched and deprived of their usual vibrancy. The grass turned brittle underfoot while cracks formed on what was once solid ground. This photograph encapsulates not only the physical toll taken by such extreme weather conditions but also reflects upon society's resilience during challenging times. As we reflect upon this moment captured by Mirrorpix, it serves as a testament to human adaptability in face of adversity. It reminds us that even amidst scorching summers and unforgiving droughts, communities come together to find innovative solutions and persevere through difficult circumstances. This Memory Lane Print transports us back to an era where Mother Nature reigned supreme over our beloved sports stadiums – a powerful reminder of both her beauty and her ability to shape our world.

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