Poster Print : This is how Maidstone coped with the floods in the Main Street, to enable housewives
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This is how Maidstone coped with the floods in the Main Street, to enable housewives
This is how Maidstone coped with the floods in the Main Street, to enable housewives to carry on their shopping for the Weekend. 7/11/1960
TopFoto independent historic photographs and images all subjects and eras
Media ID 10986541
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18x24 inch Poster Print
_Discover the history of Maidstone's resilience with our captivating vintage poster print, 'This is how Maidstone coped with the floods in the Main Street.' Captured in 1960 by the renowned photographer General from TopFoto, this image showcases the community coming together to help housewives continue their shopping amidst the floodwaters. A timeless piece of history, this poster is a must-have for locals and history enthusiasts alike._
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This is how Maidstone coped with the floods in Main Street, to enable housewives to carry on their shopping for the Weekend. 7/11/1960". In this print captured by General from TopFoto, we are transported back to a significant moment in Maidstone's history. The image showcases the resilience of this English town as it faced severe flooding in Main Street on July 11th, 1960. The scene unfolds before us, revealing a remarkable solution devised by the community to ensure that everyday life could continue despite nature's fury. A makeshift boardwalk stretches across the flooded roads, providing a safe passage for determined housewives who refuse to let adverse conditions hinder their essential weekend shopping. As we gaze at this snapshot frozen in time, one cannot help but admire the resourcefulness and determination exhibited by these women as they navigate through what would typically be bustling streets now transformed into temporary waterways. Their unwavering spirit serves as an inspiration even today. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of how communities come together during challenging times – finding innovative ways to adapt and overcome obstacles that threaten their daily routines. It captures not only an extraordinary event but also reflects the indomitable human spirit that prevails when faced with adversity. General's lens has beautifully immortalized this historic moment, allowing us to appreciate both the strength of character displayed by Maidstone residents and our collective ability to persevere against all odds.
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