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Coventry EAW001831
Filename: EAW001831.jpg
Size: 4610 x 4105 (10.2MB)
Date: 28th January 2019
Source: Historic England
Credit: Historic England Archive
Copyright Status: Copyrighted Work
Source: Historic England Images
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Coventry EAW001831
Coventry. Aerial view of the ruined Cathedral Church of St Michael and the bomb damaged city centre, 12 July 1946
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Media ID 18353295
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This photo print, titled "Coventry EAW001831" takes us back to a defining moment in history - the aftermath of World War II. Captured on 12th July 1946 by Aerofilms, it offers an aerial view of Coventry's devastated city center and the iconic ruins of the Cathedral Church of St Michael. The image portrays a haunting scene that serves as a poignant reminder of the destructive power unleashed during wartime. The once vibrant urban landscape now lies in ruins, with buildings reduced to rubble and streets transformed into desolate pathways. Amidst this destruction stands the skeletal remains of St Michael's Cathedral, its towering spire long gone but still exuding an air of resilience. As we gaze upon this photograph, our minds are transported to a time when communities were grappling with loss and rebuilding their lives from scratch. It symbolizes both tragedy and hope - a testament to human strength in overcoming adversity. Historic England has preserved this powerful image as part of their collection, ensuring that future generations can bear witness to the scars left behind by war. It serves as a visual record not only for historians but also for anyone seeking to understand the indomitable spirit that emerged from such devastation. In "Coventry EAW001831". Aerofilms captures more than just physical damage; they capture emotions etched onto every broken brick and shattered windowpane. This photograph is an enduring reminder that even amidst ruin, there is always room for rebirth and
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