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Jigsaw Puzzle : 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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Attacked Beams Bomb Bombing Damage Daylight Destroyed Destruction Fallen Office Raid Ruin Ruined Air Raid
Jigsaw Puzzle (1014 Pieces)
Experience history like never before with Media Storehouse's Jigsaw Puzzles featuring the poignant image of "WW1 - Home Front - Daylight Air Raid - Damage to GPO, London" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This intricately detailed puzzle takes you back in time to 1917, during the dark days of World War I, when daylight air raids left devastating damage in their wake. The General Post Office building in London, a symbol of British resilience, stands battered but not broken in this evocative image. Piece together history, one puzzle piece at a time, and relive the courage and determination of the Home Front.
Made in the USA, 1014-piece puzzles measure 20" x 30" (50.8 x 76.2 cm). Every puzzle is meticulously printed on glossy photo paper, which has a strong 1.33 mm thickness. Delivered in a black storage cardboard box, these puzzles are both stylish and practical. (Note: puzzles contain small parts and are not suitable for children under 3 years of age.)
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Estimated Product Size is 76cm x 50.8cm (29.9" 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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