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WW1 - Hyde Park Corner - converted to mount searchlights
WW1 - Apsley Gate, Hyde Park Corner - converted to mount searchlights to spt attack by German Zeppelins - 16th September, 1914 Date: circa 1914
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© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
1941 Archway Attack Corner Hyde Mounted Mounting Raid Raids Searchlight Searchlights
10"x8" Photo Print
Step back in time with this captivating photograph from the Media Storehouse range of Historical Prints. Witness the transformation of Hyde Park Corner in London during World War I, as searchlights are mounted at Apsley Gate in preparation for German Zeppelin attacks. This evocative image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, dates back to circa 1914, offering a unique glimpse into history. Bring this piece of the past into your home or office and relive the era with our high-quality print, perfect for history enthusiasts and collectors alike.
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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 landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This evocative photograph captures the transformation of Hyde Park Corner's Apsley Gate, located at the entrance to London's Hyde Park, during the early days of World War I. The serene and grandiose archway, adorned with intricate carvings and the statue of the Duke of Wellington atop, stands in stark contrast to the military preparations taking place below. As the threat of aerial attacks from German Zeppelins loomed over London in September 1914, the British military took swift action to protect the city. In this image, we see searchlights being mounted atop Apsley Gate, ready to be deployed against potential air raids. The searchlights, powerful beams of light capable of illuminating the night sky, were an essential defense against the Zeppelins' incendiary bombs. The date of this photograph is estimated to be around 16th September 1914, making it one of the earliest recorded instances of searchlights being used in this manner on the British home front. The image serves as a poignant reminder of the innovative and resourceful measures taken by the British military to defend against the unconventional threats of the Great War. The tranquil setting of Hyde Park, a popular destination for Londoners and tourists alike, is now a backdrop for the harsh realities of war. The archway, once a symbol of peace and prosperity, now stands as a testament to the resilience and determination of the British people in the face of adversity.
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