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Framed Print : St Johns Bablake, 1941 a42_00320
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St Johns Bablake, 1941 a42_00320
St John the Baptists Church, Fleet Street, Bablake, Coventry. The east end of St John the Baptists Church viewed from Corporation Street showing windows boarded as a result of bomb damage. During the Coventry Blitz St John s, Bablake suffered bomb damage to its windows and roof
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Media ID 21160701
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12"x10" Modern Frame
Introducing the captivating "St Johns Bablake, 1941 (a42_00320)" framed print from Media Storehouse, featuring the evocative photograph by George Bernard Mason from Historic England. This powerful image showcases the east end of St John the Baptist's Church in Coventry as it stands resiliently on Fleet Street, with windows boarded as a result of the devastating bombing during World War II. This framed print is a poignant reminder of Coventry's rich history and the resilience of its people. Bring this piece of history into your home or office to inspire reflection and conversation.
10x8 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexi glass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 25.4cm (10" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 30.5cm (10" x 12")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photo print, titled "St Johns Bablake, 1941 a42_00320" captures a poignant moment in history. The image showcases the east end of St John the Baptists Church, located on Fleet Street in Bablake, Coventry. It offers a glimpse into the devastating aftermath of bomb damage caused during the infamous Coventry Blitz of World War II. The photograph portrays boarded windows as a stark reminder of the destructive power unleashed upon this medieval church by enemy action. The remnants of shattered glass and damaged roof stand as testaments to the resilience and strength displayed by both the building and its community during those tumultuous times. Taken by George Bernard Mason, this snapshot freezes an indelible moment that symbolizes not only destruction but also hope for rebuilding amidst adversity. It serves as a powerful reminder of how war can ravage even sacred spaces while highlighting humanity's ability to endure. As we reflect upon this image, let us remember those who suffered through these dark days and pay homage to their unwavering spirit. May it serve as a testament to our shared history and inspire us to strive for peace so that such scenes remain confined within photographs rather than experienced firsthand again.
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