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Searchlights over Thames Embankment, London, WW1
Searchlights over the Thames Embankment near Charing Cross, London, keeping watch for enemy aircraft in the early days of the First World War. Cleopatras Needle can be seen on the right. Date: 1914
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Beam Beams Charing Cleopatra Embankment Enemy Keeping Lights Needle Raid Reflection Searchlight Searchlights Watch
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Searchlights Over Thames Embankment, London: A Beacon of Defense in the Early Days of World War I This evocative photograph captures the scene of searchlights illuminating the night sky over the Thames Embankment in London during the early days of World War I. Dating back to 1914, this image offers a glimpse into the wartime efforts of the British capital as it braced for enemy air raids. The searchlights, with their powerful beams cutting through the dark, served as crucial defensive tools against potential aerial threats. The reflection of their lights on the tranquil Thames adds an ethereal quality to the scene, creating a striking contrast between the still water and the chaotic energy of the searchlights. In the distance, the silhouette of Cleopatra's Needle can be discerned, standing proudly on the embankment near Charing Cross. This ancient Egyptian obelisk, transported to London in 1878, now became a symbol of resilience and endurance amidst the tumultuous backdrop of war. As the city kept watch for enemy aircraft, the searchlights cast an eerie glow over the river, transforming the night into a scene of vigilance and determination. This historical photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made during the First World War and the unwavering spirit of defense that characterized the city of London during this time.
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