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Blitz in the City of London - Queen Victoria Street, WW2
London firemen getting some respite from the intense heat generated from a fire burning out of control in Queen Victoria Street following a bombing raid and incendiary attack, 10-11 May 1941
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© London Fire Brigade / Mary Evans Picture Library
1941 Attack Blitz Bomb Bombed Bombing Burning Fires Incendiary Raid Firefighter Firefighters Firefighting Fireman Firemen
10"x8" (25x20cm) Photo Print
Discover the historic past of London during World War II with this captivating photograph from the Media Storehouse range of Photographic Prints. Witness the bravery and resilience of the London Fire Brigade as they take a moment's rest amidst the intense heat generated from a fire burning out of control in Queen Victoria Street following a bombing raid and incendiary attack on 10-11 May 1941. This striking image, taken by an unknown photographer and courtesy of Mary Evans Picture Library from Mary Evans Prints Online, is a poignant reminder of the challenges faced by the city during wartime. Bring a piece of history into your home or office with this authentic and captivating print.
Printed on archival quality paper for unrivalled stable artwork permanence and brilliant colour reproduction with accurate colour rendition and smooth tones. Printed on professional 234gsm Fujifilm Crystal Archive DP II paper. 10x8 for landscape images, 8x10 for portrait images.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 18cm (10" x 7.1")
Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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In the heart of the City of London, amidst the ruins of a devastating bombing raid and incendiary attack during the Second World War, London firemen find a moment's respite from the intense heat and relentless work of extinguishing the fires that raged through Queen Victoria Street on the nights of 10-11 May 1941. The image, captured by an unknown photographer and now part of the Mary Evans Picture Library collection, depicts a group of weary firefighters gathered around a makeshift fire, their faces etched with fatigue and determination. The fire, which had been ignited by a bombing raid, was fueled by the numerous incendiary devices that had rained down upon the city during the Blitz. The scene is one of stark contrasts. The modern, utilitarian uniforms of the firemen stand out against the backdrop of the bombed-out buildings, their once grand facades now reduced to charred and smoldering ruins. The firemen's expressions convey a sense of camaraderie and solidarity, a shared understanding of the gravity of the situation and the importance of their work. The fire, which casts an eerie orange glow over the scene, illuminates the faces of the men as they take a brief moment to rest and refuel, before returning to the front lines to continue their heroic efforts to save what they could of the city they called home. The Blitz, a series of intense bombing campaigns waged by the German Air Force against the United Kingdom during the Second World War, lasted from 1940 to 1941. The attacks resulted in the destruction of countless buildings, the loss of countless lives, and the displacement of hundreds of thousands of people. The London Fire Brigade, along with other emergency services, played a vital role in responding to the fires that broke out during the raids, working tirelessly to save lives and limit the damage to the city. This powerful image serves as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by these brave men and women during the darkest days of the war.
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