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Photographic Print : Zeppelin airship caught in searchlights during a bombing raid over England, 1916
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Zeppelin airship caught in searchlights during a bombing raid over England, 1916
Zeppelin airship caught in searchlights during a bombing raid over England, 1916. On the night of 2-3 September London was bombed. Illustration published c1920
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Media ID 14840855
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10"x8" Photo Print
Step back in time with our vintage photograph from the Media Storehouse collection, featuring an eerie and historic image of a Zeppelin airship caught in the glare of searchlights during a bombing raid over England in 1916. This captivating, yet chilling, black and white image, published around 1920, offers a unique glimpse into the past, taken from the extensive Heritage Images archive. Bring a piece of history into your home or office with this striking and authentic photographic print.
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Estimated Product Size is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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Zeppelin airship caught in searchlights during a bombing raid over England, 1916. This print captures the haunting beauty of a starry night sky disrupted by the horrors of war. As darkness envelops the city below, beams of light pierce through the blackness, illuminating an enemy airship hovering above. In this striking image from 1916, we witness the aerial warfare that defined World War I. The Zeppelin airship, a symbol of German military might and technological advancement, becomes both predator and prey as it navigates through the night skies. Its colossal silhouette is starkly contrasted against the backdrop of twinkling stars. The searchlights act as guardians of London's safety, their powerful beams serving as beacons to track and expose these menacing intruders. The tension between light and darkness mirrors the struggle between nations at war. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of how conflict transforms even peaceful nights into battlegrounds. It encapsulates both fear and resilience - fear for those on the ground who face destruction from above, but also resilience in our ability to adapt and defend ourselves against new forms of warfare. As we gaze upon this historic moment frozen in time, let us reflect on the sacrifices made during this tumultuous period in history. May it inspire us to strive for peace amidst chaos and cherish our freedom.
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