Metal Print : Damage to Exeter during WW2 - Baedeker Blitz
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Damage to Exeter during WW2 - Baedeker Blitz
" Exeter under fire" - Damage sustained by bombing on the city by German planes of the luftwaffe during WW2. The Baedeker Blitz (or Baedeker raids) were targetted raids, chosen for hitting sites of cultural or historical significance, rather than for any military value. The first Baedeker raids hit Exeter on 24th April 1942. Date: 1942
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Media ID 11589023
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
1942 24th Airraid Blitz Bombs Damage Destroyed Destruction Exeter Incendiary Raid Raids Ruin Baedeker
16"x20" (51x41cm) Metal Print
Step back in time with our exclusive Media Storehouse Metal Print featuring the haunting image of Exeter under fire during the Baedeker Blitz. Witness the damage inflicted on this historic city by German planes of the Luftwaffe during World War II. This evocative photograph, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, brings history to life with its striking detail and authenticity. Our high-quality metal prints are not just decorative pieces, they're a conversation starter and a reminder of the past. Add this unique piece to your home or office and let the story of Exeter's resilience inspire you every day.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, our metal photo prints go beyond traditional canvases, adding a cool, modern touch to your space. Wall mount on back. Eco-friendly 100% post-consumer recycled ChromaLuxe aluminum surface. The thickness of the print is 0.045". Featuring a Scratch-resistant surface and Rounded corners. Backing hangers are attached to the back of the print and float the print 1/2-inch off the wall when hung, the choice of hanger may vary depending on size and International orders will come with Float Mount hangers only. Finished with a brilliant white high gloss surface for unsurpassed detail and vibrance. Printed using Dye-Sublimation and for best care we recommend a non-ammonia glass cleaner, water, or isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol to prevent harming the print surface. We recommend using a clean, lint-free cloth to wipe off the print. The ultra-hard surface is scratch-resistant, waterproof and weatherproof. Avoid direct sunlight exposure.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, metal prints bring images to life and add a modern touch to any space
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.6cm x 50.5cm (16" x 19.9")
Estimated Product Size is 41.2cm x 51.4cm (16.2" x 20.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
Exeter under Fire: Damage Sustained during the Baedeker Blitz of 1942 This evocative photograph captures the devastating aftermath of the Baedeker Blitz on the historic city of Exeter, which took place on the fateful day of April 24, 1942. The Baedeker Blitz, also known as the Baedeker Raids, were a series of targeted bombing campaigns orchestrated by the German Luftwaffe during World War II. These raids were named after the Baedeker travel guides, which the German air force used to identify cities of cultural and historical significance, rather than military value. The photograph depicts the extensive damage inflicted upon Exeter during this raid. The once-majestic buildings, now reduced to rubble and ashes, bear testament to the destructive power of the bombs that rained down upon the city. The cathedral, a symbol of Exeter's rich history and architectural grandeur, stands proudly but badly damaged, its spire missing and its walls pockmarked with the scars of incendiary bombs. The streets around it are a scene of chaos and destruction, with fires burning fiercely and smoke billowing into the sky. The Baedeker Blitz marked a turning point in the war for Exeter, as the city's defenses were stretched to their limits, and its people faced the daunting task of rebuilding their homes and lives. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the devastating impact of war on civilians and their communities, and the resilience and determination required to rebuild and recover in its aftermath.
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