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Photographic Print : Blitz, 1940-41: Dawn breaks over Swansea (b/w photo)
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Blitz, 1940-41: Dawn breaks over Swansea (b/w photo)
8634818 Blitz, 1940-41: Dawn breaks over Swansea (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Dawn breaks over Swansea. Illustration for Front Line, 1940-41, the Official Story of the Civil Defence of Britain (HMSO, 1942). Photos are expired Crown Copyright.); © Look and Learn
Media ID 38303680
© © Look and Learn / Bridgeman Images
39 45 Attacked Attacks Dawn Home Front Identities Identity Ii World War Morning Sun Personal Identity Second World War Sunrise Twilight War 1939 1945 War Effort War Production World War World War 2 World War Ii World War Two Wwii Www2
10"x8" Photo Print
Step back in time with this captivating black and white photographic print capturing the dawn breaking over Swansea during the Blitz of 1940-41. A powerful image that tells a story of resilience and strength in the face of adversity.
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Estimated Product Size is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This print captures the moment dawn breaks over Swansea during the Blitz of 1940-41. The stark contrast of light and shadow in this image evokes a sense of both hope and destruction, as the city awakens to another day amidst the chaos of war.
Taken by an English Photographer in the midst of World War II, this powerful photograph is part of the Official Story of Civil Defence in Britain. It serves as a poignant reminder of the resilience and strength shown by ordinary people facing extraordinary circumstances.
The silhouettes of buildings against the early morning sky create a hauntingly beautiful scene, highlighting both the beauty and devastation that war brings. The expired Crown Copyright adds a layer of historical significance to this image, reminding us of a time when communities came together in solidarity to overcome adversity.
As we gaze upon this snapshot from history, we are reminded not only of the horrors of war but also of humanity's ability to endure and rebuild in the face of tragedy. This print is a testament to both our past struggles and our enduring spirit as we continue to strive for peace and unity in today's world.
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