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Residents gather around a water filled crater outside a public house in Newtown Row
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Residents gather around a water filled crater outside a public house in Newtown Row
Residents gather around a water filled crater outside a public house in Newtown Row, Birmingham, following a raid on the city. 17th October 1940
Staff
Birmingham Post and Mail Archive
Mirrorpix
Birmingham
England
Media ID 21898445
© Mirrorpix
1940 Air Raid Damage Crater Public House Street Lamp The Blitz War And Conflict
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This print captures a poignant moment in history as residents of Newtown Row, Birmingham gather around a water-filled crater outside a public house. The date is 17th October 1940, during the tumultuous era of World War II. The city had just endured a devastating raid, leaving behind visible scars of destruction and chaos. In this snapshot frozen in time, we witness the resilience and unity of the community amidst adversity. People from all walks of life come together to survey the aftermath and offer support to one another. Their faces reflect determination and strength as they navigate through the wreckage caused by enemy bombings. The presence of the water-filled crater serves as a stark reminder of the destructive power unleashed upon their beloved neighborhood. A lone street lamp stands tall amidst the rubble, symbolizing hope that continues to shine even in dark times. The pub nearby acts as both a gathering place for solace and an emblematic representation of British resilience during wartime. It becomes evident that despite facing unimaginable hardships on the home front, these brave individuals find solace in each other's company within these walls. As we delve into this powerful image captured by Memory Lane Prints' staff photographer, it serves as an important reminder not only of our shared history but also highlights how communities can come together to rebuild and overcome even in times when everything seems lost.
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