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Burnt out buses and debris strewn across the floor of the Highgate Road Bus Garage
Burnt out buses and debris strewn across the floor of the Highgate Road Bus Garage, Sparkbrook, Birmingham, following a direct hit during an air raid on the city. 21st November 1940
Staff
Birmingham Post and Mail Archive
Mirrorpix
Birmingham
England
Media ID 21897676
© Mirrorpix
1940 Air Raid Damage Buses Double Decker The Blitz War And Conflict
14"x16" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x10" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
Estimated Product Size is 40.6cm x 35.6cm (16" x 14")
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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Remnants of Resilience - A Glimpse into the Ravages of War
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This poignant print captures the aftermath of a devastating air raid on Birmingham during World War II. The Highgate Road Bus Garage, once a bustling hub for transport, now lies in ruins with burnt-out buses and debris scattered across its floor. It serves as a haunting reminder of the relentless destruction inflicted upon cities during this tumultuous period. The image transports us back to November 21st, 1940, when the city was under siege from enemy bombings. The Blitz had taken its toll on Birmingham's home front, leaving no corner untouched by tragedy. Amidst the chaos and despair, this photograph encapsulates both the resilience and sacrifice displayed by ordinary citizens who endured unimaginable hardships. The sight of double-decker buses reduced to charred skeletons symbolizes not only material loss but also represents shattered hopes and dreams. Yet amidst this desolation, there is an undeniable sense of unity as people rallied together to rebuild their lives and communities. As we reflect on this powerful image from our past, let it serve as a testament to human strength in times of adversity. May it remind us never to take peace for granted and inspire us to strive for harmony even in our darkest hours.
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