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Filename: 34109_050.jpg
Size: 7360 x 4912 (10.2MB)
Date: 8th November 2022
Source: Historic England
Credit: © His toric England Archive. Emm
Copyright Status: Copyrighted Work
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Source: His toric England Archive
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Second World War lozenge pillbox falling into the sea as a result of coastal erosion, near Holmpton, East Riding of Yorkshire, 2019
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This aerial photograph, captured by the talented Emma Trevarthen, showcases a haunting relic of the Second World War slowly succumbing to the relentless forces of coastal erosion. The image portrays Front Line 34109_050, an iconic lozenge-shaped pillbox perched precariously on the edge of a cliff near Holmpton in East Riding of Yorkshire. The pillbox, once a formidable defense structure during wartime, now stands as a poignant symbol of resilience and decay. Its gradual descent into the churning sea below is both mesmerizing and melancholic - a stark reminder that even structures built to withstand conflict are not immune to nature's unyielding power. As we gaze upon this evocative scene, our minds are transported back in time to an era when these concrete fortifications dotted coastlines across Britain. They served as silent sentinels guarding against potential invasion threats during one of humanity's darkest chapters. Emma Trevarthen's expertly composed shot captures every detail with remarkable clarity; from the weathered exterior walls adorned with moss and lichen to its crumbling edges teetering on oblivion. This photograph serves as an important historical record while also highlighting the impermanence of human endeavors against nature's ceaseless march. In this single frame, we witness history being reclaimed by nature itself - reminding us that no matter how grand or imposing our creations may be, they too will eventually yield to time's unforgiving embrace.
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