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Bomb damaged church, Camden, London a44_00304
Camden, London. A view of the bombed remains of the church of St John the Evangelist in Red Lion Square. It was consecrated in 1878 but was damaged by the blitz in 1941 and was later demolished. Photographed by Herbert Felton. Historic England is the public body that champions and protects England's historic places. © Historic England
Media ID 1752219
Filename: aa44_00304.jpg
Size: 5138 x 3666 (6.3MB)
Date: 18th September 2009
Source: Historic England
Credit: Historic England Archive
Copyright Status: Copyrighted Work
Source: English Heritage Images
Job Title: Photographer
Blitz Church Destruction War Time Ww 2
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> England at War > England at War 1939-45 > The Blitz
> Historic Images > Famed Photographers > Herbert Felton Collection (1888-1968)
> Historic Images > Historic Images 1920s to 1940s
> Historic Images > More Lost London
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This haunting print captures the devastating aftermath of World War II on a once majestic church in Camden, London. The image showcases the bombed remains of St John the Evangelist Church in Red Lion Square, a solemn reminder of the destructive power unleashed during the blitz. Consecrated in 1878, this architectural gem stood as a testament to faith and community for over six decades until tragedy struck on that fateful night in 1941. The relentless bombardment reduced its grandeur to rubble, leaving behind only remnants of what was once a place of worship and solace. Photographer Herbert Felton skillfully frames this poignant scene, capturing not only the destruction but also the resilience embodied by an old car parked amidst the ruins. This juxtaposition serves as a powerful symbol of endurance amidst chaos and reminds us that life continues even amid devastation. Although St John's would eventually succumb to demolition due to irreparable damage, this photograph immortalizes its memory. It stands as a testament to both human fragility and strength—a visual representation of how war can shatter even our most sacred spaces while simultaneously revealing our capacity for hope and rebuilding. Herbert Felton's lens has preserved history within these frames—history that reminds us never to forget those who suffered during wartime or take peace for granted.
