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Salvaged Coaches
Salvaged coaches from a Southern Railway electric train after they were lifted from Portsmouth harbour, 12th September 1946. The coaches sank during a World War II air raid. (Photo by Harry Todd/Fox Photos/Hulton Archive/Getty Images)
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Harry Todd
Media ID 11929880
© 2008 Getty Images
1940 1949 Damaged Harbor Portsmouth England Railroad Track Ship Funnel Smoke Physical Structure Steam Train Track Train Vehicle Diry
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 21.8cm x 25.4cm (8.6" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 21.8cm x 26.9cm (8.6" x 10.6")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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Salvaged Coaches - A Glimpse into History's Depths
EDITORS COMMENTS
. In this photo print, we are transported back to the aftermath of a devastating World War II air raid. The image captures the moment when salvaged coaches from a Southern Railway electric train are lifted from Portsmouth harbour on September 12th, 1946. Photographer Harry Todd skillfully freezes this poignant scene for eternity. The stark contrast between light and shadow emphasizes the somber mood surrounding these damaged relics of transportation. The once majestic coaches now lay submerged in murky waters, their surfaces covered in dirt and grime, telling tales of resilience amidst chaos. As smoke billows from an unseen source nearby, it adds an eerie atmosphere to the composition. The absence of people allows us to focus solely on the remnants of this tragic event—a reminder that war spares no one. The vertical orientation enhances our sense of depth as we follow the railway track disappearing into infinity. It symbolizes not only a physical journey but also a metaphorical one—reflecting upon how humanity must rise above destruction and rebuild what was lost. Harry Todd's archival photography preserves this historical moment with remarkable clarity. Through his lens, we witness both tragedy and hope intertwined within each frame—a testament to human strength even in times of darkness. This print serves as a powerful reminder that history is not just confined to textbooks; it lives through images like these—whispering stories waiting to be heard by those who dare to listen.
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