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Blitz in London -- charred remains of a pub, WW2
Blitz in London -- the charred remains of a pub, The White Hart in Windmill Street, near Tottenham Court Road, on 30 March 1941. View of the bar from the street door. Date: 1941
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1941 Aftermath Beer Blitz Bomb Bombed Bombing Burnt Charred Damage Damaged Debris Hart Mess Pump Pumps Raid Rubble Tottenham Windmill Firefighter Firefighters Firefighting Fireman Firemen
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This haunting image captures the charred remains of The White Hart pub in Windmill Street, near Tottenham Court Road, London, following a devastating bombing raid during the Blitz of World War II on 30 March 1941. The view from the street door offers a glimpse into the aftermath of the destruction, with the bar area left in ruins. The once familiar surroundings now reduced to a scene of devastation, with debris and rubble scattered about. Firefighters from the London Fire Brigade worked tirelessly to extinguish the flames and bring an end to the destruction. The White Hart, a public house that once provided refuge and respite, now stands as a poignant reminder of the devastation wrought by the bombing campaign during the 2nd World War. The image transports us back to the wartime era, offering a glimpse into the mess and chaos that defined the 1940s. The charred remains of the bar, with its pump still standing defiantly amidst the destruction, serve as a testament to the resilience of the community and the determination of the firefighters to bring order amidst the chaos.
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