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Fine Art Print : Blitz in the City of London - Queen Victoria Street, WW2
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Blitz in the City of London - Queen Victoria Street, WW2
London firemen getting some respite from the intense heat generated from a fire burning out of control in Queen Victoria Street following a bombing raid and incendiary attack, 10-11 May 1941
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Media ID 7637811
© London Fire Brigade / Mary Evans Picture Library
1941 Attack Blitz Bomb Bombed Bombing Burning Fires Incendiary Raid Firefighter Firefighters Firefighting Fireman Firemen
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into history with our captivating Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse, featuring the evocative image "Blitz in the City of London - Queen Victoria Street, WW2" by London Fire Brigade / Mary Evans Mary Evans Picture Library from Mary Evans Prints Online. Witness the bravery and resilience of the London Firemen as they take a moment's rest amidst the intense heat generated from a fire burning out of control in Queen Victoria Street following a bombing raid and incendiary attack on May 10-11, 1941. This powerful and poignant image offers a unique glimpse into the past, making it a must-have addition to any home or office space. Order now and bring a piece of history into your world.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 35.9cm (20" x 14.1")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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In the heart of the City of London, amidst the ruins of a devastating bombing raid and incendiary attack during the Second World War, London firemen find a moment's respite from the intense heat and relentless work of extinguishing the fires that raged through Queen Victoria Street on the nights of 10-11 May 1941. The image, captured by an unknown photographer and now part of the Mary Evans Picture Library collection, depicts a group of weary firefighters gathered around a makeshift fire, their faces etched with fatigue and determination. The fire, which had been ignited by a bombing raid, was fueled by the numerous incendiary devices that had rained down upon the city during the Blitz. The scene is one of stark contrasts. The modern, utilitarian uniforms of the firemen stand out against the backdrop of the bombed-out buildings, their once grand facades now reduced to charred and smoldering ruins. The firemen's expressions convey a sense of camaraderie and solidarity, a shared understanding of the gravity of the situation and the importance of their work. The fire, which casts an eerie orange glow over the scene, illuminates the faces of the men as they take a brief moment to rest and refuel, before returning to the front lines to continue their heroic efforts to save what they could of the city they called home. The Blitz, a series of intense bombing campaigns waged by the German Air Force against the United Kingdom during the Second World War, lasted from 1940 to 1941. The attacks resulted in the destruction of countless buildings, the loss of countless lives, and the displacement of hundreds of thousands of people. The London Fire Brigade, along with other emergency services, played a vital role in responding to the fires that broke out during the raids, working tirelessly to save lives and limit the damage to the city. This powerful image serves as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by these brave men and women during the darkest days of the war.
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