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Rebuilding Lambeth OP35458
St Johns Church, Waterloo Road, Lambeth, Greater London. Exterior view from the north-west of St Johns Church, showing the building surrounded by scaffolding during rebuilding following bomb damage during the Second World War.
The original caption reads: " Rebuilding of St. Johns Church, Waterloo Road."
St Johns Church was originally built in 1823-4 to designs by the architect Francis Bedford. It was one of four churches built in Lambeth in the Greek Revival style. The church was damaged by bombs during the Second World War. It was later restored and designated as the Festival of Britain church in 1951. Historic England is the public body that champions and protects England's historic places. © Historic England Archive
Media ID 25316289
Filename: op35458.jpg
Size: 5549 x 4245 (2.6MB)
Date: 24th June 2022
Source: Historic England
Credit: Historic England Archive
Source: Historic England Archive
Owner URL: https://images.historicenglandservices.org.uk/
Bomb Damage Georgian Parish Church Renovation Scaffolding Second World War Festival Of Britain Greek Revival
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This print captures the resilient spirit of St Johns Church in Lambeth, Greater London. Standing tall amidst a sea of scaffolding, this magnificent Georgian parish church is undergoing a remarkable transformation after enduring bomb damage during the Second World War. Originally constructed in 1823-4 by architect Francis Bedford, St Johns Church was one of Lambeth's four Greek Revival style churches. However, its peaceful existence was shattered when bombs ravaged its structure during the war. Undeterred by adversity, the church embarked on an arduous journey of restoration and emerged as a symbol of hope and resilience for the community. From this north-western vantage point, we witness the meticulous rebuilding process that breathes new life into every corner of this architectural gem. The scaffolding enveloping the building serves as both a protective shield and a testament to human determination. In 1951, St Johns Church received further recognition when it was designated as the Festival of Britain church. This prestigious honor solidified its significance not only as a place of worship but also as an emblematic landmark representing strength and rebirth. Preserved within Historic England Archive's vast collection, this print immortalizes St Johns Church's remarkable journey from devastation to revival. It stands as a poignant reminder that even in times of darkness and destruction, humanity has an unwavering ability to rebuild and restore what once seemed lost forever.
