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Fine Art Print : A game of snooker under a stained glass window in St Helens Church Worcester gives troops
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A game of snooker under a stained glass window in St Helens Church Worcester gives troops
A game of snooker under a stained glass window in St Helens Church Worcester gives troops a break during WW2. The church is a YMCA canteen & centre for the troops 1944
Daily Mirror
mirrorpix
England
WA*667602
Media ID 21490814
© Mirrorpix
Church Core19 Hobbies Pastimes Snooker
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into the past with our exquisite Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse's Memory Lane Prints collection. This captivating image transports you back in time to St Helens Church in Worcester during World War II. Troops take a much-needed break from the battlefield, gathered around a game of snooker under the mesmerizing glow of a stained glass window. This evocative print, originally published by the Daily Mirror, is a poignant reminder of the resilience and camaraderie of our heroes. Add this stunning piece to your collection and let the history come alive in your home.
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 35.5cm (21" x 14")
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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A Glimpse of Respite - Snooker Amidst the Chaos of War
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This photo print, captured by the Daily Mirror from Memory Lane Prints, transports us back to a poignant moment during World War II. In the heart of St Helens Church Worcester, amidst shattered stained glass windows and echoes of conflict outside its walls, soldiers find solace in an unexpected haven - a game of snooker. The church's transformation into a YMCA canteen and center for troops in 1944 provided respite from the relentless demands of war. As bombs fell and uncertainty loomed over England, these brave soldiers sought refuge within this sacred space. Here, they found not only sustenance for their bodies but also nourishment for their spirits. In this snapshot frozen in time, we witness soldiers engrossed in a friendly match under the watchful gaze of a stunning stained glass window. The vibrant hues filtering through fractured panes create an ethereal backdrop against which these men momentarily escape the horrors that surround them. Hobbies and pastimes are often overlooked as trivial distractions during times of conflict; however, they serve as vital reminders that even amid chaos and destruction, humanity persists. This image encapsulates resilience – demonstrating how simple pleasures like playing snooker can provide temporary reprieve from the hardships endured on the battlefield. As we reflect upon this photograph today, let it stand as a testament to those who fought valiantly during WWII. Their ability to find solace amidst turmoil
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