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St Andrews Plymouth nbr_leica_v_23_03
St Andrews Church, Catherine Street, Plymouth. Interior view of the south aisle of St Andrews Church, showing bomb damage. Historic England is the public body that champions and protects England's historic places. © Historic England Archive
Media ID 22673828
Filename: nbr_leica_v_23_03.jpg
Size: 5664 x 3768 (2.2MB)
Date: 23rd August 2021
Source: Historic England
Credit: Historic England Archive
Copyright Status: Copyrighted Work
Source: Historic England Archive
Job Title: Photographer
Blitz Bomb Damage Destruction Medieval Parish Church Photographer Ruin Second World War
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This photo print, titled "St Andrews Plymouth nbr_leica_v_23_03" offers a poignant glimpse into the aftermath of destruction during the Second World War. The image showcases the interior view of St Andrews Church's south aisle in Catherine Street, Plymouth, revealing the devastating bomb damage inflicted upon this medieval parish church. Photographer John Newenham Summerson skillfully captures the ruin and desolation that resulted from relentless bombings during the Blitz. The once-grand architecture now stands as a haunting reminder of wartime devastation. Broken beams and crumbling walls bear witness to the destructive force unleashed upon this sacred space. In this photograph, Summerson masterfully conveys both loss and resilience. Despite its battered state, there is an undeniable sense of strength emanating from within these shattered walls—a testament to human endurance in times of adversity. As we gaze upon this image, we are reminded not only of the horrors endured by those who lived through such tumultuous times but also of our collective duty to preserve history for future generations. This photograph serves as a powerful reminder that even amidst ruin and destruction, beauty can still be found—both in architectural remnants and in humanity's unwavering spirit. Through Summerson's lens, we are transported back to a moment frozen in time—an indelible mark on our shared heritage that compels us to reflect on past tragedies while inspiring us to build a brighter future.
