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Bomb damaged church, Camden, London a44_00304
Camden, London. A view of the bombed remains of the church of St John the Evangelist in Red Lion Square. It was consecrated in 1878 but was damaged by the blitz in 1941 and was later demolished. Photographed by Herbert Felton
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Media ID 1752219
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Blitz Church Destruction War Time Ww 2
18x24 inch Poster Print
Discover the poignant history of Camden, London with our stunning Media Storehouse A4 poster print, "Bomb damaged church, Camden, London a44_00304." Taken by renowned photographer Herbert Felton for Historic England, this evocative image captures the haunting remains of St John the Evangelist Church in Red Lion Square. Consecrated in 1878, the church was tragically damaged during the Blitz in 1941 and later demolished. This powerful poster print allows you to bring a piece of London's rich history into your home or office, serving as a poignant reminder of the past and the resilience of the city. Order yours today and explore the stories hidden within the walls of this historic location.
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 61.6cm x 46.3cm (24.3" x 18.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This haunting print captures the devastating aftermath of World War II on a once majestic church in Camden, London. The image showcases the bombed remains of St John the Evangelist Church in Red Lion Square, a solemn reminder of the destructive power unleashed during the blitz. Consecrated in 1878, this architectural gem stood as a testament to faith and community for over six decades until tragedy struck on that fateful night in 1941. The relentless bombardment reduced its grandeur to rubble, leaving behind only remnants of what was once a place of worship and solace. Photographer Herbert Felton skillfully frames this poignant scene, capturing not only the destruction but also the resilience embodied by an old car parked amidst the ruins. This juxtaposition serves as a powerful symbol of endurance amidst chaos and reminds us that life continues even amid devastation. Although St John's would eventually succumb to demolition due to irreparable damage, this photograph immortalizes its memory. It stands as a testament to both human fragility and strength—a visual representation of how war can shatter even our most sacred spaces while simultaneously revealing our capacity for hope and rebuilding. Herbert Felton's lens has preserved history within these frames—history that reminds us never to forget those who suffered during wartime or take peace for granted.
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