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WW2 - Bomb Damage in London - Coats and Hats left on hooks
WW2 - " Wheres George?" - Bomb Damage in London - Coats and Hats left on hooks while the floor has disappeared. Date: 1940
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© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Airraid Blitz Bomb Bombed Bombing Case Coats Damage Damaged Devastation Hang Hanging Hooks Mask Raid Ruin Ruined Surreal
EDITORS COMMENTS
Amidst the ruins of a once bustling London street during the devastating Blitz of World War II, this haunting image captures the surreal scene of coats and hats left hanging on hooks, suspended in time and space. The floor beneath them has vanished, replaced by the gaping maw of a bomb crater. The gas masks and cases hanging alongside add a sense of urgency and impending danger, as the residents of this war-torn city were constantly on alert for the next air raid. The date, 1940, etched into the historical record, serves as a stark reminder of the destruction and devastation wrought by the bombing campaigns of the war. The scene is both eerie and poignant, evoking a sense of loss and resilience in the face of unimaginable adversity. The title "Wheres George?" adds a touch of mystery and human interest to the image, inviting us to ponder the fate of the owner of the missing coat and hat. This evocative photograph offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a time of uncertainty and upheaval, and serving as a testament to the indomitable spirit of those who lived through it.
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