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Fine Art Print : WW1 - Home Front - Daylight Air Raid - Damage to GPO, London
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WW1 - Home Front - Daylight Air Raid - Damage to GPO, London
WW1 - Home Front - Daylight Air Raid - Damage to the General Post Office building, London. Date: 1917
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Media ID 18975165
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Attacked Beams Bomb Bombing Damage Daylight Destroyed Destruction Fallen Office Raid Ruin Ruined Air Raid
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our captivating selection from the Media Storehouse Fine Art Prints range. This evocative image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports you to the Home Front of World War I with a daylight air raid on London's iconic General Post Office building in 1917. Witness the raw power and impact of history as you bring this poignant moment into your home or office. Our high-quality prints are rights managed, ensuring authenticity and a true-to-life representation of this significant historical event.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 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 53.3cm x 28.3cm (21" x 11.1")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" x 20")
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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This evocative photograph captures the devastating impact of a daylight air raid during World War I on the iconic General Post Office (GPO) building in London. The image, taken in 1917, shows the aftermath of a German air attack that left the historic structure in ruins. The fallen steel beams and debris scattered across the street bear testament to the destructive power of the bomb that struck the building. The GPO, a symbol of British resilience and communication, was a prime target for enemy forces due to its strategic importance as a hub of communication and information during the war. The daylight raid, which took place during business hours, caused widespread panic and chaos in the city. The photograph provides a stark reminder of the realities of life on the Home Front during WWI. Despite the danger and destruction, Londoners continued to carry on with their daily lives, demonstrating their unwavering determination and resilience in the face of adversity. The image also serves as a poignant reminder of the human cost of war, with the potential for loss of life and livelihoods a constant threat during this period. The ruins of the GPO, once a symbol of connection and communication, now stand as a reminder of the devastating consequences of conflict.
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