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Scenes of the Great Explosion at St Helens (b / w photo)
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Scenes of the Great Explosion at St Helens (b / w photo)
1598861 Scenes of the Great Explosion at St Helens (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Scenes of the Great Explosion at St Helens. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 20 May 1899.
English Photographer (19th Century)); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 22552426
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Devastation General View Lancashire Railway Bridge St Helens Wrecked Accidents Gasometer
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This photograph captures the devastating aftermath of the Great Explosion at St Helens in the 19th century. The scene is one of utter chaos and destruction, as fallen debris litters the landscape. The photographer, an English artist from that era, skillfully depicts the wreckage caused by this catastrophic event. In the foreground, we see a gasometer twisted and mangled beyond recognition, symbolizing the immense force unleashed during the explosion. Beyond it lies a railway bridge partially collapsed under its own weight, further emphasizing the scale of devastation. The image also reveals wrecked vitriol chambers and a chlorate plant engulfed in flames. These structures were once symbols of industry but now stand as haunting reminders of their violent demise. Peasley Cross Lane stretches into the distance, lined with ruined buildings on both sides. This desolate view serves as a testament to how far-reaching this disaster was for St Helens and its inhabitants. As we take in this photograph's somber atmosphere, we are reminded of not only the destructive power of explosions but also our vulnerability to unforeseen accidents. It stands as a historical record capturing a moment frozen in time—a reminder to appreciate life's fragility amidst our ever-changing world.
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