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Interior view showing the bombed out shell of the Free Trade Hall building in Peter
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Interior view showing the bombed out shell of the Free Trade Hall building in Peter
Interior view showing the bombed out shell of the Free Trade Hall building in Peter Street, Manchester, after being hit by enemy bombs on the night of 23rd December 1940.
Picture taken circa 24th December 1940
Staff
Kemsley
Mirrorpix
Manchester
England
Media ID 21890438
© Mirrorpix
1940 Blitz Damage Manchester Air Raid
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This haunting photograph captures the devastating aftermath of an enemy air raid on the Free Trade Hall building in Peter Street, Manchester. Taken on December 24th, 1940, just a day after the attack occurred, it offers a chilling glimpse into the destructive power of war during World War II. The interior view reveals a bombed-out shell of what was once a grand and bustling hall. The walls are crumbling, debris litters the floor, and daylight seeps through shattered windows. It is a stark reminder of the havoc wreaked upon this historic structure by enemy bombs. As we gaze at this image frozen in time, we cannot help but feel the weight of loss and destruction that engulfed Manchester during those dark days. This photograph serves as both a testament to human resilience and a poignant symbol of sacrifice made on the home front. In its depiction of wartime conflict and damage inflicted upon cities like Manchester during the Blitz, this print encapsulates an important chapter in history. It reminds us not only of our collective past but also serves as a solemn warning against repeating such devastation in future generations. Captured by anonymous staff members who witnessed firsthand the horrors unleashed by war, this print from Memory Lane Prints stands as an enduring tribute to those affected by World War II's relentless violence.
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