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Night time view of the 1861 fire in Tooley Street, Bermondsey, 1861 (colour litho)
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Night time view of the 1861 fire in Tooley Street, Bermondsey, 1861 (colour litho)
781256 Night time view of the 1861 fire in Tooley Street, Bermondsey, 1861 (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); 32x49 cm; London Metropolitan Archives, City of London; (add.info.: Bermondsey is a district in south London, and a part of the London Borough of Southwark. To the west of Bermondsey lies Southwark, to the east Rotherhithe, and to the south, Walworth and Peckham. To the north is the River Thames.); eLondon Metropolitan Archives; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22736154
© London Metropolitan Archives / Bridgeman Images
1861 Bermondsey District Escape Escaping Flame Fleeing Resident Residents Shell South Southwark Thames Time Warehouse Warehouses Wharf Wharves Flames Nigh Time Tooley
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Night Engulfed in Flames - The 1861 Fire in Tooley Street, Bermondsey
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. This print captures the harrowing night-time scene of the devastating fire that ravaged Tooley Street in Bermondsey back in 1861. With its vibrant colors and meticulous detail, this colour lithograph by the English School from the 19th century offers a haunting glimpse into a moment frozen in time. The image showcases a city consumed by chaos as billowing smoke engulfs the urban landscape. Warehouses stand ablaze, their flames casting an eerie glow on nearby streets and reflecting off the calm waters of the River Thames. Inhabitants desperately flee for safety, seeking refuge on boats or along wharves while others navigate through narrow alleyways to escape impending disaster. Bermondsey's residents are captured amidst scenes of panic and fear as they attempt to salvage what little they can from their burning homes. Tugboats valiantly transport people across the river, providing a glimmer of hope amid this nightmarish ordeal. This snapshot serves as a poignant reminder of London's historical resilience against adversity. It immortalizes not only an event that forever changed Bermondsey but also pays tribute to those who faced unimaginable challenges with unwavering determination. Preserved within these brushstrokes is more than just an artistic representation; it encapsulates a significant chapter in British history – one where courage prevailed amidst destruction and unity emerged from chaos.
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