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Filename: aa093716.jpg

Size: 4218 x 4474 (8.2MB)

Date: 30th October 2009

Source: Historic England

Credit: Historic England Archive

Copyright Status: Copyrighted Work

Source: English Heritage Images

Job Title: Photographer

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St Pauls Cathedral in bomb damaged surroundings a093716

ST PAULs CATHEDRAL, London. The cathedral in mist with the snow-covered ruins of a bomb damaged building in the foreground. Photographed by John Gay in 1947

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Media ID 1803575

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Blitz Cathedral Cold Mist Snow


FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS

> England at War > England at War 1939-45 > The Blitz

> More features > Romantic Ruins

> Historic Images > Famed Photographers > John Gay Collection (1945-1990)

> Historic Images > Historic Images 1900s - 1910s

> Seasons > Seasons: Winter > Snow

> Seasons > Seasons: Winter


EDITORS COMMENTS
Amidst the somber backdrop of post-war London, St. Paul's Cathedral stands proudly in the mist, its iconic dome reaching for the heavens. The tranquility of the scene is juxtaposed by the snow-covered ruins of a bomb-damaged building in the foreground, a stark reminder of the devastating effects of the Blitz. The year was 1947, and the city was still reeling from the destruction wrought by the relentless air raids during World War II. The once bustling streets were now silent, replaced by the eerie stillness that followed the cessation of hostilities. The cold winter air added an extra layer of desolation, as the city struggled to recover from the devastation. John Gay, a skilled photographer, captured this poignant moment in time. His camera lens framed the cathedral in a way that highlighted its resilience and enduring beauty, even in the midst of destruction. The mist added a dreamlike quality to the image, as if the cathedral was floating above the ruins, untouched by the chaos below. This photograph is a testament to the indomitable spirit of Londoners, who despite the hardships, continued to find hope and beauty in the midst of adversity. It serves as a reminder of the power of resilience and the enduring symbol of St. Paul's Cathedral as a beacon of hope and strength in the heart of the city.

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