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Rubble Collection (page 17)

In the midst of destruction and chaos, a woman finds solace in a simple cup of tea

Background imageRubble Collection: The Music of Triumph: Victorious Australians entering Bapaume, 17th March 1917 (litho)

The Music of Triumph: Victorious Australians entering Bapaume, 17th March 1917 (litho)
STC311003 The Music of Triumph: Victorious Australians entering Bapaume, 17th March 1917 (litho) by Sheldon, Charles Mills (1866-1928) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Battle of the Somme)

Background imageRubble Collection: The Bailee Guard Gate, Lucknow (b / w photo)

The Bailee Guard Gate, Lucknow (b / w photo)
NAM310720 The Bailee Guard Gate, Lucknow (b/w photo) by Beato, Felice (Felix) (1825-c.1908); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: taken from inside)

Background imageRubble Collection: The Place in which the Gen Neil was killed in the Chinese Bazaar, Lucknow (b / w photo)

The Place in which the Gen Neil was killed in the Chinese Bazaar, Lucknow (b / w photo)
NAM310696 The Place in which the Gen Neil was killed in the Chinese Bazaar, Lucknow (b/w photo) by Beato, Felice (Felix) (1825-c.1908); National Army Museum

Background imageRubble Collection: North East Gate (b / w photo)

North East Gate (b / w photo)
NAM310683 North East Gate (b/w photo) by Beato, Felice (Felix) (1825-c.1908); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: associated with the 2nd China War (1857-60); ); eNational Army Museum; British

Background imageRubble Collection: Varieties of masonry for walls, ancient and modern

Varieties of masonry for walls, ancient and modern
Varieties of masonry for walls, including reticulated, incertain, isodomum, pseudisodomum with unequal courses, Roman emplection with core of rubble and Greek emplection

Background imageRubble Collection: Mansheyya Square after the Bombardment of Alexandria, 1882 (b / w photo)

Mansheyya Square after the Bombardment of Alexandria, 1882 (b / w photo)
476191 Mansheyya Square after the Bombardment of Alexandria, 1882 (b/w photo) by Zangaki Brothers (fl.1870s-90s); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageRubble Collection: Rubble aloe or mitre aloe, Aloe perfoliata

Rubble aloe or mitre aloe, Aloe perfoliata (Least mitre aloe, Aloe mitraeformis brevifolia). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by F

Background imageRubble Collection: Rubble aloe, Aloe perfoliata

Rubble aloe, Aloe perfoliata (Mitre aloe, Aloe mitraeformis). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by F. Sansom Jr. after an illustration by Sydenham Edwards from William Curtis Botanical Magazine, T

Background imageRubble Collection: People looking at bullet holes after Sidney Street Siege

People looking at bullet holes after Sidney Street Siege
People looking at bullet holes after the Sidney Street Siege, London. 1911

Background imageRubble Collection: The serious events of Morocco, the bombing and looting of Casa Blanca (colour litho)

The serious events of Morocco, the bombing and looting of Casa Blanca (colour litho)
2815037 The serious events of Morocco, the bombing and looting of Casa Blanca (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The serious events of Morocco)

Background imageRubble Collection: The latest exploits of autocracy in Russia, the citizens of Odessa raise barricades to prevent

The latest exploits of autocracy in Russia, the citizens of Odessa raise barricades to prevent... (colour litho)
2814839 The latest exploits of autocracy in Russia, the citizens of Odessa raise barricades to prevent... (colour litho) by Beltrame

Background imageRubble Collection: French soldiers patrolling Casablanca after the bombardment of the city (colour litho)

French soldiers patrolling Casablanca after the bombardment of the city (colour litho)
2779324 French soldiers patrolling Casablanca after the bombardment of the city (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageRubble Collection: A human fireball (Colour Litho)

A human fireball (Colour Litho)
2777771 A human fireball (Colour Litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: A human fireball)

Background imageRubble Collection: The Opening Of The First Gallery On The Access Line To The Sempione, Between Arona And Meina

The Opening Of The First Gallery On The Access Line To The Sempione, Between Arona And Meina
2798711 The Opening Of The First Gallery On The Access Line To The Sempione, Between Arona And Meina, The Meeting Of The Workers (colour litho) by Beltrame

Background imageRubble Collection: Whats Left Of St Marks Bell Tower In Venice After The Collapse On The 14th Stream (Colour Litho)

Whats Left Of St Marks Bell Tower In Venice After The Collapse On The 14th Stream (Colour Litho)
2798572 Whats Left Of St Marks Bell Tower In Venice After The Collapse On The 14th Stream (Colour Litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageRubble Collection: The Discovery Of A Treasure Made At Random By Some Farmers In Casaleone

The Discovery Of A Treasure Made At Random By Some Farmers In Casaleone, In The Lower Agro Veronese (Colour Litho)
2798429 The Discovery Of A Treasure Made At Random By Some Farmers In Casaleone, In The Lower Agro Veronese (Colour Litho) by Beltrame

Background imageRubble Collection: A miraculous rescue in the wood mines of Castelnuovo (Arezzo) (colour litho)

A miraculous rescue in the wood mines of Castelnuovo (Arezzo) (colour litho)
2808984 A miraculous rescue in the wood mines of Castelnuovo (Arezzo) (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageRubble Collection: Lusitania! Lusitania! (colour litho)

Lusitania! Lusitania! (colour litho)
2808719 Lusitania! Lusitania! (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lusitania! Lusitania)

Background imageRubble Collection: In Livorno, during a barbaric raid, a nun from the Giosue Borsi kindergarten, after leading

In Livorno, during a barbaric raid, a nun from the Giosue Borsi kindergarten, after leading... (colour litho)
2784230 In Livorno, during a barbaric raid, a nun from the Giosue Borsi kindergarten, after leading... (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: In Livorno)

Background imageRubble Collection: Before surrendering Canton to Japanese troops, the fleeing Chinese indulged in vandalism

Before surrendering Canton to Japanese troops, the fleeing Chinese indulged in vandalism... (colour litho)
2783847 Before surrendering Canton to Japanese troops, the fleeing Chinese indulged in vandalism... (colour litho) by Beltrame

Background imageRubble Collection: An unexpected visit (Colour Litho)

An unexpected visit (Colour Litho)
2783471 An unexpected visit (Colour Litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: An unexpected visit)

Background imageRubble Collection: Le Martyre De L Irlande (engraving)

Le Martyre De L Irlande (engraving)
2783290 Le Martyre De L Irlande (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Le Martyre De L Irlande)

Background imageRubble Collection: Bomb damage in Coventry, WW2

Bomb damage in Coventry, WW2
Bomb damage in Coventry during the Second World War. circa 1940

Background imageRubble Collection: Haitian Insurrection

Haitian Insurrection
Insurrection at Haiti, an insurgent camp at the suburb market of the town of Cap-Haitien during the various political struggles that occurred in Haiti at the time

Background imageRubble Collection: Railway line to Rouen, France, in ruins, WW1

Railway line to Rouen, France, in ruins, WW1
The railway to Rouen, France, in ruins during the First World War. 1914-1918

Background imageRubble Collection: Austrian trenches destroyed by Allied action, WW1

Austrian trenches destroyed by Allied action, WW1
Austrian trenches destroyed by Allied action (British heavy guns and Italian artillery) during the First World War. 1914-1918

Background imageRubble Collection: Wartime bomb damage in Old Street, London, WW2

Wartime bomb damage in Old Street, London, WW2
Aerial view of wartime bomb damage in Old Street, London, near the Bovril factory. Seen here are the premises of Sumerling & Co Ltd, with debris scattered on the pavement. Date: 1940s

Background imageRubble Collection: Bovril factory fire damage, Old Street, London, WW2

Bovril factory fire damage, Old Street, London, WW2
Fire damage from a bombing raid inside the Bovril factory, Old Street, London, during the Second World War in November 1941. A large number of cardboard packing cases were lost

Background imageRubble Collection: Bovril factory bombed, Old Street, London, WW2

Bovril factory bombed, Old Street, London, WW2
Bovril factory bombed, Old Street, London, during the Second World War in the autumn of 1940. A large consignment of goods ready for dispatch was destroyed, windows were shattered

Background imageRubble Collection: Calendar, March 1916, WW1

Calendar, March 1916, WW1
Calendar, March 1916 -- General Philippe Petain, First World War. By Hermann-Paul. 1915-1916

Background imageRubble Collection: Damaged building and van, Bridge Inn

Damaged building and van, Bridge Inn, near Redruth, Cornwall, with people posing alongside. circa 1920s

Background imageRubble Collection: Cromer Express railway train wreck, Witham, Essex

Cromer Express railway train wreck, Witham, Essex, 1 September 1905. Date: 1905

Background imageRubble Collection: A firefighter in action on a wheeled ladder escape

A firefighter in action on a wheeled ladder escape. Date: circa 1900s

Background imageRubble Collection: LCC-LFB Warehouse fire, Butlers Wharf, Bermondsey

LCC-LFB Warehouse fire, Butlers Wharf, Bermondsey
A major docklands fire at Butlers Wharf, Bermondsey, SE London. It happened during a particularly cold spell for March. The attack on the fire by a large number of firefighters

Background imageRubble Collection: Sudan - Omdurman - The Mahdis Tomb

Sudan - Omdurman - The Mahdis Tomb
The Mahdis Tomb - Omdurman, Sudan. Tomb of Muhammad Ahmad, self- declared Mahdi in 1881. In his reform of Islam he replaced the pilgrimage to Mecca with the obligation to serve in the holy war

Background imageRubble Collection: Section of the road closed off to do some kind of maintenance work. Date: 1927

Section of the road closed off to do some kind of maintenance work. Date: 1927

Background imageRubble Collection: Barbarian scenes in Seville (colour litho)

Barbarian scenes in Seville (colour litho)
2778053 Barbarian scenes in Seville (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: Barbarian scenes in Seville)

Background imageRubble Collection: Among the ruins of the City (colour litho)

Among the ruins of the City (colour litho)
2778525 Among the ruins of the City (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: In the ruins of the City)

Background imageRubble Collection: A fearful collapse (Colour Litho)

A fearful collapse (Colour Litho)
2778492 A fearful collapse (Colour Litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: A fearful collapse)

Background imageRubble Collection: For the sudden collapse of the floor in the crowded room of a trattoria in Guardia Vomano

For the sudden collapse of the floor in the crowded room of a trattoria in Guardia Vomano... (colour litho)
2778245 For the sudden collapse of the floor in the crowded room of a trattoria in Guardia Vomano... (colour litho) by Beltrame

Background imageRubble Collection: Under the fury of the devastating cyclone (Colour Litho)

Under the fury of the devastating cyclone (Colour Litho)
2777744 Under the fury of the devastating cyclone (Colour Litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: Under the fury of the devastating cyclone)

Background imageRubble Collection: The New Order in Europe, Bombed Coventry November 1940, 1940 (oil on board)

The New Order in Europe, Bombed Coventry November 1940, 1940 (oil on board)
3506271 The New Order in Europe, Bombed Coventry November 1940, 1940 (oil on board) by Townsend, Ernest (1880-1944); 33x37.2 cm; Herbert Art Gallery & Museum, Coventry, UK; (add.info.: Townsend)

Background imageRubble Collection: A street in Loos, France (b / w photo)

A street in Loos, France (b / w photo)
3104534 A street in Loos, France (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A street in Loos, France)

Background imageRubble Collection: Heres to the ladies (colour litho)

Heres to the ladies (colour litho)
3104128 Heres to the ladies (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Heres to the ladies)

Background imageRubble Collection: Palace of Westminster, 1834 (colour litho)

Palace of Westminster, 1834 (colour litho)
3102562 Palace of Westminster, 1834 (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); London Metropolitan Archives, City of London; (add.info.: The Palace of Westminster)

Background imageRubble Collection: Damaged interior of the Church of Saint-Sacrement, Arras, France, World War I (b / w photo)

Damaged interior of the Church of Saint-Sacrement, Arras, France, World War I (b / w photo)
3102160 Damaged interior of the Church of Saint-Sacrement, Arras, France, World War I (b/w photo) by French Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)



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In the midst of destruction and chaos, a woman finds solace in a simple cup of tea. As she sits amidst the bomb damage at New Cross after air raids, her resilience shines through. The remnants of buildings serve as a reminder of the horrors endured during World War II. Brampton Road in Bexleyheath bears witness to the devastating impact of bombs. The once bustling street now lies in ruins, its structures reduced to rubble. But even amidst this desolation, hope flickers like a distant flame. Kilgour Road in SE London tells a similar tale - another casualty of war's wrath. Yet within these broken walls lie stories untold; stories of survival and strength that refuse to be silenced by destruction. Fulwell Mill stands tall against all odds, an emblematic symbol rising from the ashes. It serves as a testament to human resilience and determination - proof that even when everything seems lost, there is always room for rebirth. The Blitz ravages London relentlessly, leaving no stone unturned. Ambulance sirens wail through Ladywell in Lewisham as brave souls rush to aid those affected by the bombings. In times of darkness, heroes emerge from unexpected places. St Andrews Parish Church in Plymouth stands defiantly amid the wreckage caused by relentless bombing campaigns during World War II. Its shattered facade echoes tales of loss and despair but also whispers promises of rebuilding and renewal. Al Khazneh (The Treasury) in Petra, Jordan showcases how time can transform ruins into wonders. Carved into rock formations centuries ago, it remains an awe-inspiring testament to mankind's ability to create beauty even amidst chaos. Balham High Road bears scars inflicted by enemy attacks during WWII's Blitz on London. Yet life goes on; people continue their daily routines despite adversity looming overhead like dark clouds ready to burst with devastation. NFS (London Region) Pimlico V1 bombing attack reminds us of the constant threat faced by civilians during wartime.