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Blitz in London -- rescue workers in bombed street, WW2
Blitz in London -- rescue teams and building workers (not firefighters) searching and making safe houses in Sydney Street, East London, after a bombing raid in the East End
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© London Fire Brigade / Mary Evans Picture Library
Blitz Bomb Bombed Bombing Damage Damaged Ladder Raid Rescue Rubble Safe Searching Sydney Teams Terrace Terraced Firefighter Firefighters Firefighting Fireman Firemen
10"x8" (25x20cm) Photo Print
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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 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) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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In this evocative photograph taken during the Blitz in London, rescue teams and building workers diligently search for survivors and make houses safe in the bombed-out streets of East London. The scene unfolds on Sydney Street, where the devastating impact of a bombing raid in the East End is evident. The 2nd World War had brought London's streets to their knees, with buildings reduced to rubble and once-thriving neighborhoods transformed into desolate wastelands. Amid the chaos, the London Fire Brigade and building workers worked tirelessly to bring hope and safety to the shattered community. In this image, we see firemen and firefighters from the brigade, clad in protective gear, using a ladder to access the upper floors of a damaged terrace house. Their faces are etched with determination and focus as they search for any signs of life amid the wreckage. Meanwhile, other workers in the foreground are making the area safe, carefully removing debris and assessing the structural integrity of the remaining buildings. The sense of unity and camaraderie among the rescue teams is palpable, as they work together to bring relief to those affected by the bombing. Despite the destruction and devastation, the resilience of the London community shines through in this powerful photograph. The spirit of service and sacrifice is on full display, as the brave men and women of the London Fire Brigade and building workers continue their vital work in the face of unimaginable adversity. This poignant image serves as a testament to the indomitable spirit of Londoners during the darkest days of the Blitz. The photograph was taken during the 1940s, a decade marked by the relentless bombing campaigns of World War II. The image is part of the extensive collection of historical photographs at Mary Evans Picture Library, offering a unique glimpse into the past and a powerful reminder of the sacrifices made during wartime.
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