Photo Mug : Kemmendine - basha fire - Rangoon
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Kemmendine - basha fire - Rangoon
Kemmendine - basha fire - Rangoon - Fire-fighting equipment arrives promptly and Doug and I got to watch it extinguished and surrounding houses being wet down by hoses from water trucks. About 65 bashas burned. Date: 1951
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1951 Arrives Basha Burma Burmese Doug Extinguished Myanmar Rangoon Surrounding Trucks Watch Promptly
Large Photo Mug (15 oz)
"Add a touch of history to your morning routine with our Media Storehouse Photo Mugs. Featuring the captivating image "Kemmendine - basha fire - Rangoon" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online, these mugs bring the story of fire-fighting in Rangoon to life. Relive the moment when Doug and I witnessed the prompt arrival of fire-fighting equipment and the successful extinguishing of the basha fire. Each mug holds your favorite beverage and serves as a daily reminder of this intriguing historical event. Perfect for history enthusiasts and collectors, these high-quality mugs are a unique and thoughtful gift."
Elevate your coffee or tea experience with our premium white ceramic mug. Its wide, comfortable handle makes drinking easy, and you can rely on it to be both microwave and dishwasher safe. Sold in single units, preview may show both sides of the same mug so you can see how the picture wraps around.
Elevate your coffee or tea experience with our premium white ceramic mug. Its wide, comfortable handle makes drinking easy, and you can rely on it to be both microwave and dishwasher safe. Sold in single units, preview may show both sides of the same mug so you can see how the picture wraps around.
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this evocative photograph, the bustling scene of fire-fighting efforts unfolds in the heart of Rangoon, Burma (now Myanmar), in 1951. Smoke billows from the remains of 65 destroyed bashas, traditional Burmese wooden houses, as emergency responders work diligently to contain the blaze. Doug and an onlooker watch intently as fire-fighting equipment arrives promptly on the scene. The air is thick with the acrid smell of burnt wood and the hiss of water being released from hoses attached to water trucks. The surrounding houses, though unscathed for now, are being meticulously wet down to prevent the fire from spreading. The fire-fighting crew, dressed in protective gear, work tirelessly to extinguish the flames, their determined expressions a testament to their commitment to safeguarding the community. The 1950s were a pivotal time in Burmese history, marked by political instability and social change. Amidst this backdrop, the prompt arrival of fire-fighting equipment and the collective efforts of the community to contain the blaze serve as a poignant reminder of the resilience and solidarity that defined the era. This photograph offers a glimpse into a moment in history, capturing the raw energy and urgency of a community coming together to face a common challenge.
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