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Fleet Street Coventry, 1941 a42_00533
Filename: aa42_00533.jpg
Size: 4100 x 5294 (6.9MB)
Date: 18th June 2021
Source: Historic England
Credit: Historic England Archive
Source: Historic England Archive
Owner URL: https://images.historicenglandservices.org.uk/
Job Title: Photographer
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Fleet Street Coventry, 1941 a42_00533
5 - 5A Fleet Street, Coventry. The exterior of 5 and 5A Fleet Street, premises of H E Bass, Furrier and Simmons, Drapers. Evidence of damage caused by air raids can be seen to adjacent buildings. Those buildings which survived the Second World War were demolished in the late 1950s to make way for the Lower Precinct shopping centre
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Bomb Damage Coventry Blitz Destruction Enemy Action Luftwaffe Second World War Shop Wwii Furs Mantles Silks Woollens
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This photo print, titled "Fleet Street Coventry, 1941 a42_00533" takes us back to a significant moment in history. The image showcases the exterior of 5 and 5A Fleet Street, once home to H E Bass, Furrier and Simmons, Drapers. However, what immediately catches our attention is the evidence of destruction caused by air raids during World War II. The devastating impact of enemy action is evident as adjacent buildings bear visible scars from the Coventry Blitz. This poignant reminder serves as a testament to the resilience and strength displayed by the people of Coventry during those turbulent times. It's important to note that these historic buildings were not able to withstand the ravages of war for long. In fact, they were eventually demolished in the late 1950s to make way for progress - specifically, the construction of Lower Precinct shopping centre. In this snapshot frozen in time by photographer George Bernard Mason, we are transported back to an era where furs, mantles, silks, and woollens adorned shop windows along Fleet Street. Yet amidst this glimpse into everyday life before tragedy struck lies a haunting reminder of how war can leave its indelible mark on communities. Let this photograph be a powerful reminder never to forget those who endured such hardships during World War II while also serving as an inspiration for future generations striving for peace and unity.
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