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Bablake School, 1941 a42_00294
Filename: aa42_00294.jpg
Size: 5367 x 4018 (7.2MB)
Date: 17th June 2021
Source: Historic England
Credit: Historic England Archive
Source: Historic England Archive
Owner URL: https://images.historicenglandservices.org.uk/
Job Title: Photographer
© Historic England Archive
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Bablake School, 1941 a42_00294
BABLAKE SCHOOL, HILL STREET, COVENTRY. Bablake School viewed from Hill Street showing a man carrying out repair work to one of the dormer windows and Bonds Hospital in the background
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Media ID 21160711
© Historic England Archive
Builder Renovation Roof School Timber Framed Building Tudor Ladder Restore
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photo print, titled "Bablake School, 1941 a42_00294" takes us back to the year 1941 in Coventry. The image showcases Bablake School, an exquisite Tudor-style timber-framed building situated on Hill Street. In the foreground, we witness a skilled builder diligently carrying out repair work on one of the dormer windows. With his ladder propped against the side of the school's facade, he fearlessly ascends to restore its former glory. The scene is not complete without Bonds Hospital standing tall in the background. This juxtaposition between education and healthcare adds depth to this historical snapshot. It serves as a reminder that even during times of turmoil - such as World War II - life continues with determination and resilience. George Bernard Mason expertly captures this moment in time, freezing it forever within this photograph. His attention to detail allows us to appreciate both the architectural beauty of Bablake School and the craftsmanship required for its renovation. As we gaze upon this image, we are transported back in time; we can almost hear echoes of laughter from students who once roamed these halls and imagine how their lives intertwined with those seeking solace at Bonds Hospital nearby. Mason's photograph encapsulates history within its frame while reminding us that restoration is not merely about preserving physical structures but also honoring stories etched into their walls over centuries past.
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