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Jigsaw Puzzle : Filling Sandbags - WW2 Home Front (1 / 4)
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Filling Sandbags - WW2 Home Front (1 / 4)
World War Two - British Home Front - London. Men and young boys fill sandbags in the street. The sandbags were piled against buildings and lower level windows to act as shock absorbers to negate the worst effects of bomb blasts. These pictures attest the the spirit of togetherness in the community. The four pictures in this series were taken in the Fulham area of West London. Photograph by Heinz Zinram
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Bags Blasts Blitz Bomb Bombing Bombs Braces Defences Effort Filling Fulham Heinz Piles Preparing Protection Raids Sand Sand Bag Sandbagging Shock Spirit Togetherness Windows Ww 2 Ww Ii Zinram Absorbers Absorbing
Jigsaw Puzzle (252 Pieces)
Step back in time with our intricately detailed jigsaw puzzle from the Media Storehouse collection, featuring the evocative image "Filling Sandbags - WW2 Home Front (1/4)" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This captivating puzzle transports you to the heart of World War II Britain, where men and young boys work together on the London home front, filling sandbags in the streets to protect their communities. Engage your mind and immerse yourself in history as you piece together this challenging and rewarding puzzle. A perfect gift for history enthusiasts or a stimulating activity for the whole family.
Made in the USA, 252-piece puzzles are printed on photographic paper. Excluding the outer edge, all of the pieces are the same shape with the completed puzzle measuring 10" x 14" (25.4 x 35.5 cm). Split into individual pieces, puzzles are supplied in a black presentation box, sized to fit most mailboxes, with a professionally printed photo on top for reference (box dimensions 5 5/8" x 7 5/8" x 1 1/5")
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Estimated Product Size is 37.2cm x 29.2cm (14.6" x 11.5")
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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This evocative photograph captures the spirit of resilience and community during the World War II Home Front in London. Taken by renowned photographer Heinz Zinram in the Fulham area of West London, the image shows young boys and men diligently filling sandbags in the street. The sandbags, piled high against buildings and lower level windows, acted as shock absorbers to mitigate the worst effects of bomb blasts during the relentless air raids. The scene exudes a sense of unity and determination as the community came together to prepare for the inevitable attacks. The four photographs in this series offer a poignant reminder of the efforts made during this tumultuous period in British history. The young and old, carrying sand in buckets and filling the heavy bags, demonstrate the unwavering commitment to protect their homes and loved ones. The piles of sandbags, bracing buildings and windows, stand as testament to the ingenuity and resourcefulness of the British people during the Blitz. This historical image, taken during the 2nd World War, is a powerful reminder of the collective spirit that sustained the nation during a time of great adversity.
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