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Great common fire near Eastbourne. A great common fire laid waste acres of heath
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Great common fire near Eastbourne. A great common fire laid waste acres of heath
Great common fire near Eastbourne.
A great common fire laid waste acres of heath near Birling Gap, the famous Sussex beauty spot near Eastbourne.
Children watching the burning common during the fire.
26 March 1932
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Media ID 11263921
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This photo print, captured by TopFoto. co. uk, transports us back to a significant event that unfolded on the 26th of March in 1932. The image showcases the aftermath of a devastating common fire near Eastbourne, which left acres of heathland in ruins near Birling Gap – an iconic beauty spot in Sussex. In this poignant snapshot, we see a group of children standing at a safe distance, their eyes fixed upon the burning common. Their innocent curiosity juxtaposes with the destruction unfolding before them. The monochrome tones add depth and intensity to the scene, emphasizing the gravity of this natural disaster. The photograph serves as a reminder not only of the power and unpredictability of nature but also highlights humanity's vulnerability when faced with such calamities. It captures a moment frozen in time between two world wars – an era marked by uncertainty and upheaval. As we gaze upon this historic image, we are transported back to an era long gone but not forgotten. It is through photographs like these that we can appreciate both our shared history and our enduring resilience as communities come together to rebuild after tragedy strikes.
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