Poster Print : Blitz in London -- aftermath of bombing
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Blitz in London -- aftermath of bombing
Blitz in London -- aftermath of bombing, with some people sorting through the rubble and others stopping for a refreshment break. Date: 1940s
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Media ID 14162580
© Mary Evans / Pharcide
Aftermath Blitz Bomb Bombing Break Catering Damage Dawn Debris Hatch Mess Patrol Refreshment Rubble Salvage Serving Sorting Spade Worker
18x24 inch Poster Print
Introducing the powerful and poignant "Blitz in London -- aftermath of bombing" poster print from Media Storehouse, exclusively licensed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This evocative image captures the resilient spirit of Londoners during the 1940s as they sort through the devastating aftermath of a bombing raid. Among the ruins, people take a moment to pause and find solace in a simple refreshment break. This poster print is an inspiring reminder of the strength and determination of the human spirit in the face of adversity. Add this historical piece to your collection and bring a piece of wartime history into your home or office.
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
Amidst the Ruins of Blitzed London: A Moment of Respite Amidst the Chaos of the 1940s This evocative photograph captures the aftermath of a bombing raid during the Blitz in London, a period of intense and prolonged bombing campaigns waged against the United Kingdom by the German Air Force from 1940 to 1941. The Second World War had brought devastation to the streets of London, with buildings reduced to rubble and debris. In this poignant image, a group of people are seen sorting through the wreckage of a bombed-out building, their faces etched with determination and resilience. Amidst the destruction, life goes on, and some take a moment to rest and refresh themselves. Two men, dressed in work clothes and helmets, sit on the pavement, taking a break from the arduous task of salvaging what they can from the ruins. A woman, dressed in a smart coat and hat, leans against a wall, her expression weary but unbroken. In the foreground, a catering van, with a serving hatch and a tin pot of tea on the counter, offers a glimmer of hope and comfort to the weary workers. The sight of the steaming cup of tea, a quintessential symbol of British resilience, adds a poignant touch to the scene. Despite the destruction and chaos, there is a sense of community and camaraderie among the people of London, as they come together to rebuild their city. The image is a testament to the indomitable spirit of the British people during the darkest days of the Second World War.
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