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High Water at Putney Floods on the towpath the scene at Putney as boatmen wade
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High Water at Putney Floods on the towpath the scene at Putney as boatmen wade
High Water at Putney Floods on the towpath the scene at Putney as boatmen wade and row past a stranded car when high tide took the water from two to three feet above the towpath March 1963
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© 2003 Topham Picturepoint
High Water at Putney Floods - A Glimpse into the Past
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This print titled "High Water at Putney Floods on the towpath" takes us back to a moment frozen in time - March 1963. The image captures the scene at Putney, where boatmen valiantly wade through waist-deep water, rowing past a stranded car amidst the chaos caused by rising tides. The weather had taken an unforgiving turn as high tide pushed the water levels two to three feet above the towpath. The photograph encapsulates both decades gone by and a sense of despair that accompanies such natural calamities. It serves as a poignant reminder of how unpredictable and powerful nature can be, leaving people helpless in its wake. Yet, amid this disheartening situation, there is also resilience and determination visible in those boatmen who navigate their way through adversity. Notably, swans gracefully swim against this watery backdrop, showcasing nature's ability to adapt even during challenging times. This juxtaposition between man-made structures and serene wildlife adds depth to the composition. As we gaze upon this historical artifact captured by General from TopFoto, it transports us back to an era when floods ravaged communities but also brought out humanity's indomitable spirit. Let this photograph serve as a testament to our shared history and remind us of our responsibility towards safeguarding our environment for future generations.
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