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Gosford Street Coventry, 1941 a42_00335
Filename: aa42_00335.jpg
Size: 5432 x 4162 (7.0MB)
Date: 17th June 2021
Source: Historic England
Credit: Historic England Archive
Source: Historic England Archive
Owner URL: https://images.historicenglandservices.org.uk/
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Gosford Street Coventry, 1941 a42_00335
Gosford Street, Coventry. The bomb damaged premises of H Godfrey, Tailor and Outfitter, at 112 Gosford Street showing a man sweeping the pavement at the front of the shop and the access to White Friars Lane to the right of frame. Coventry City centre was devastated by air raids on 14th November 1940. The bombing raids left the nearby cathedral in ruins and destroyed much of the historic fabric of the city
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Media ID 21160751
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Bomb Damage Coventry Blitz Destruction Enemy Action Luftwaffe Second World War Shop Timber Framed House Wwii
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This print captures the aftermath of the devastating Coventry Blitz during World War II. Taken in 1941, it shows Gosford Street in ruins, with the bomb-damaged premises of H Godfrey, a tailor and outfitter, at number 112. The destruction caused by enemy action is evident as debris litters the street. In this poignant image, a man can be seen diligently sweeping the pavement in front of the damaged shop. His presence symbolizes resilience and determination amidst chaos and destruction. To the right of frame is White Friars Lane, providing access to another part of Coventry's historic fabric that was also ravaged by bombings. The city center suffered greatly on November 14th, 1940 when Luftwaffe air raids left Coventry Cathedral in ruins and destroyed much of its architectural heritage. This photograph serves as a somber reminder of those dark times. Captured by George Bernard Mason for Historic England, this image showcases a timber-framed house turned into rubble due to war-inflicted damage. It stands as a testament to both human strength and vulnerability during one of history's most destructive conflicts. As we reflect upon this photograph today, let us remember those who lived through such devastation while honoring their resilience in rebuilding their beloved city from its ashes.
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