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Alfieri. Air Raid damage, Malden. Badly damaged tabacconist. August 16th 1940
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Alfieri. Air Raid damage, Malden. Badly damaged tabacconist. August 16th 1940
Alfieri. Air Raid damage, Malden.
Badly damaged tabacconist.
August 16th 1940.
L157
Bernard Alfieri Jnr
Daily Mirror
Mirrorpix
London
Greater London
England
Media ID 21380991
© Mirrorpix
Aftermath Blitz Bomb Bomb Damage Bombing Bombings Civilians Damage Destruction Malden
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This powerful print captures the devastating aftermath of an air raid during World War Two. Taken by Bernard Alfieri Jnr on August 16th, 1940, in Malden, London, it showcases the stark reality of war and its impact on civilians. The image focuses on a badly damaged tabacconist shop, standing as a haunting symbol of destruction. The once vibrant storefront now lies in ruins, with shattered windows and crumbling walls serving as painful reminders of the violence that occurred. It is a poignant testament to the resilience and strength of those who endured such hardships during this tumultuous period. Alfieri's photograph transports us back to a time when cities like London were under constant threat from bombings. It serves as a reminder of the bravery displayed by ordinary people living through these dark times - their lives forever altered by war. As we gaze upon this historical artifact from Memory Lane Prints, we are reminded not only of the physical damage caused but also of the emotional toll experienced by communities torn apart by conflict. This photograph stands as both a tribute to those affected and a somber warning against forgetting the horrors unleashed during World War Two.
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