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Snow havoc in Southern England. Telegraph poles blown over. The worst havoc of
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Snow havoc in Southern England. Telegraph poles blown over. The worst havoc of
Snow havoc in Southern England.
Telegraph poles blown over.
The worst havoc of the great snowstorm which raged over Southern England was caused in the Lyndhurst district of the New Forest, where telephone wires were torn down as trees fell, cutting off communications in all directions. Main roads were blocked and the district plunged into darkness by the rupture of power cables.
Photo shows, telegraph wires trooping over the snow-covered Lyndhurst Road as the poll leaves over at an acute angle.
8 December 1937
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This print captures the devastating snow havoc that struck Southern England on 8th December 1937. The worst affected area was the picturesque Lyndhurst district of the New Forest, where nature's fury wreaked havoc on telegraph poles and power cables. As trees fell under the weight of heavy snow, telephone wires were torn down, severing communications in all directions. In this poignant image, we witness a scene of chaos and destruction. Telegraph wires hang precariously over the snow-covered Lyndhurst Road as a fallen pole leans at an acute angle. The monochrome tones emphasize the desolation brought upon by this great snowstorm. The significance of this photograph lies not only in its historical context but also in its representation of resilience amidst adversity. It serves as a reminder of how even our most advanced technologies can be rendered useless when faced with the forces of nature. Preserved by TopFoto. co. uk, this twentieth-century gem from their Europeana photography collection showcases press photography at its finest. It transports us back to an era between two world wars when communities had to come together to overcome such challenges. As we gaze upon this image, let us reflect on the strength and unity displayed by those who endured these harsh conditions. May it serve as a testament to human perseverance in times of crisis and remind us to appreciate our modern-day comforts that shield us from similar hardships today.
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