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Poster Print : Cowes, Isle of Wight, blitzed. The war memorial was destroyed. May 1942
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Cowes, Isle of Wight, blitzed. The war memorial was destroyed. May 1942
Phillips
Daily Mirror
Mirrorpix
England
Media ID 21883427
© Mirrorpix
1942 Blitz Bomb Damage Air Raid
18x24 inch Poster Print
Step back in time with our poignant Cowes, Isle of Wight, Poster Print from Media Storehouse and Memory Lane Prints. This evocative image captures the devastating impact of the May 1942 air raids on this historic town. Witness the aftermath of the destruction, including the ruined war memorial, as a poignant reminder of the past. Bring a piece of history into your home and start a conversation with this powerful and moving print.
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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EDITORS COMMENTS
This poignant print captures the devastating aftermath of the Cowes Blitz in May 1942. The once serene town of Cowes on the Isle of Wight was left in ruins, bearing witness to the brutal reality of war. Standing at the heart of this destruction is a solemn reminder of sacrifice - the war memorial, now reduced to rubble. The image evokes a sense of loss and resilience as it encapsulates both physical devastation and emotional turmoil. The shattered remains serve as a stark testament to the indiscriminate nature of conflict during World War II. It reminds us that even places far from major battlefields were not spared from destruction. As we gaze upon this photograph, we are transported back in time to an era when air raids were all too common on home soil. We can almost hear sirens wailing and feel the fear that gripped communities across Britain during those dark days. Phillips' skillful composition captures not only the immediate impact but also hints at hope for rebuilding and recovery. This image serves as a powerful reminder that despite unimaginable hardship, communities came together with unwavering determination to rebuild their lives amidst chaos. In preserving this moment frozen in time, Memory Lane Prints allows us to reflect upon our shared history and honor those who lived through such trying times.
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