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Blitz in London -- Westminster Bridge Road, WW2
Blitz in London -- firefighters in action with hoses at John Oakey & Sons, Westminster Bridge Road. The building is at risk, as the wall is bulging. Date: 1940s
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This evocative photograph captures the bravery and determination of the London Fire Brigade during the intense Blitz of the 1940s. The scene unfolds on Westminster Bridge Road, where firefighters from John Oakey & Sons are in the midst of a desperate battle against a raging fire. The building, with a clearly visible bulging wall, is at imminent risk of collapse. The firemen are focused, their faces etched with concentration as they direct powerful jets of water towards the inferno. The pavement around them is slick with water from the hoses, and the air is thick with the acrid smell of smoke. A bus stop lies abandoned in the background, a stark reminder of the disrupted daily life caused by the relentless bombing raids. The Second World War was a defining period in London's history, and this image encapsulates the resilience and courage of the city's people during those dark times. The firefighters' unwavering commitment to saving lives and property in the face of such danger continues to inspire awe and admiration.
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