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Poster Print : Cook Street Coventry, 1941 a42_00376
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Cook Street Coventry, 1941 a42_00376
11 - 12 Cook Street, Coventry. Exterior view of the front elevation of 11-12 Cook Street, showing bomb damage. Coventry City centre was devastated by air raids in 1940. The bombing left the cathedral in ruins and destroyed much of the historic fabric of the city. An industrial unit now occupies this site
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Media ID 21160801
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Coventry Blitz Destruction Enemy Action House Lamp Post Luftwaffe Medieval Second World War Timber Framed House Wwii Gas Lamp Street Lamp Street Light
18x24 inch Poster Print
Step back in time with our captivating selection from Media Storehouse's Historic England Poster Prints series. This particular piece, "Cook Street Coventry, 1941 (a42_00376)" by George Bernard Mason, transports you to the heart of Coventry City Centre during wartime. Witness the poignant exterior view of 11-12 Cook Street, showcasing the bomb damage that ravaged the city in 1940. Add a touch of history to your space with this evocative and intriguing print. #History #Heritage #Coventry #WW2
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 46.3cm x 61.6cm (18.2" x 24.3")
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.
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The print titled "Cook Street Coventry, 1941 a42_00376" captures the haunting aftermath of the devastating Coventry Blitz during World War II. The image showcases the front elevation of 11-12 Cook Street, revealing the stark reality of bomb damage inflicted upon this medieval timber-framed house. The destructive power of enemy action is evident as remnants of what was once a beautiful and historic structure now lie in ruins. Coventry City Centre bore witness to relentless air raids in 1940 that left its cathedral destroyed and much of its rich historical fabric obliterated. This particular site on Cook Street serves as a poignant reminder of the city's resilience amidst unimaginable destruction. Today, an industrial unit occupies this solemn ground where life once thrived within these walls. The photograph encapsulates not only the physical devastation but also symbolizes the strength and determination exhibited by Coventrians during those dark times. In this black-and-white snapshot, a solitary lamp post stands tall amidst the rubble, casting a somber light on what remains. It serves as a testament to both endurance and hope in adversity. George Bernard Mason's powerful image freezes time, allowing us to reflect upon history's scars while acknowledging how far we have come since then. It reminds us never to forget our past and encourages us to cherish our present-day peace and prosperity.
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