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Bombed streets in Bristol re-opened to the public. 1940 Somerset and Avon area
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Bombed streets in Bristol re-opened to the public. 1940 Somerset and Avon area
Bombed streets in Bristol re-opened to the public. 1940 Somerset and Avon area.
Picture shows pedestrians amongst the blitzed remains of a street in Bristol.
Bristol was Englands fifth most heavily bombed city, from 24th November 1940 to 15th May 1944.
Picture taken circa 1st December 1940
Bristol Post
Mirrorpix
Bristol
Avon and Somerset
England
Media ID 21904673
© Mirrorpix
1940 Blitz Bomb Damage Bristol Demolished Pedestrians Ruins The Blitz Air Raid
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This poignant print captures the resilience and determination of the people of Bristol during one of the darkest periods in their history. The image showcases a street, ravaged by bombing during World War II, as it is reopened to the public. Despite the destruction surrounding them, pedestrians can be seen navigating through the remnants of what was once a bustling neighborhood. Bristol, England's fifth most heavily bombed city between 1940 and 1944, bore witness to countless air raids that left its streets in ruins. This particular snapshot was taken around December 1st, 1940 when the scars were still fresh. The devastation caused by these bombings serves as a stark reminder of both human suffering and unwavering resolve. The photograph transports us back to an era defined by conflict and fortitude. It encapsulates not only the physical damage inflicted upon Bristol but also symbolizes the indomitable spirit displayed by its inhabitants amidst chaos and despair. As we reflect on this image from Memory Lane Prints, we are reminded of how war can shatter lives while simultaneously revealing humanity's capacity for endurance. It stands as a testament to those who lived through such tumultuous times and serves as a powerful historical document that should never be forgotten or repeated.
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