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Photographic Print : Teams of firemen fighting to save St Godrics Roman Catholic Church in Durham City

Teams of firemen fighting to save St Godrics Roman Catholic Church in Durham City




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Teams of firemen fighting to save St Godrics Roman Catholic Church in Durham City

Teams of firemen fighting to save St Godrics Roman Catholic Church in Durham City from being engulfed by flames. The blaze was spotted when smoke was seen pouring from the tower of the church. Within minutes the whole roof was ablaze. Six fire appliances, including a turntable ladder, converged on the hilltop site in the centre of Durham. Men wearing breathing apparatus battled through dense smoke and fumes in an attempt to find the seat of the fire. 13th January 1985

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NCJ Archive
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Durham
County Durham
England

Media ID 21706625

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Church County Durham Durham Exterior Fire Firefighters Firemen Ladders Roman Catholic Smoke


10"x8" Photo Print

Relive the heroic moments of the past with our exclusive Media Storehouse photographic print from Memory Lane Prints. Witness the bravery and determination of firefighting teams as they battle to save St Godric's Roman Catholic Church in Durham City from the grasp of flames. This historical image captures the intensity and urgency of the situation, making it a stunning addition to any home or office decor. Bring a piece of local history into your space and be inspired by the courage and resilience of the community. Order now and experience the power of photographs to tell a story.

Photo prints are produced on Kodak professional photo paper resulting in timeless and breath-taking prints which are also ideal for framing. The colors produced are rich and vivid, with accurate blacks and pristine whites, resulting in prints that are truly timeless and magnificent. Whether you're looking to display your prints in your home, office, or gallery, our range of photographic prints are sure to impress. Dimensions refers to the size of the paper in inches.

Our Photo Prints are in a large range of sizes and are printed on Archival Quality Paper for excellent colour reproduction and longevity. They are ideal for framing (our Framed Prints use these) at a reasonable cost. Alternatives include cheaper Poster Prints and higher quality Fine Art Paper, the choice of which is largely dependant on your budget.

Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 18.5cm (10" x 7.3")

Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")

These are individually made so all sizes are approximate

Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.


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EDITORS COMMENTS
Heroes in Action: Firefighters Battling to Save St Godrics Roman Catholic Church". In this photo print, we are transported back to the chilling winter of 1985, where a fierce blaze threatened to engulf the historic St Godrics Roman Catholic Church in Durham City. The image captures the sheer determination and bravery of teams of firemen as they valiantly fought against time and raging flames. The alarm was raised when thick plumes of smoke billowed from the towering structure, sending shockwaves through the community. Within minutes, what started as wisps turned into an inferno that consumed the entire roof. As panic set in, six fire appliances raced towards the hilltop site at Durham's heart. With snowflakes gently falling around them, these fearless firefighters donned their breathing apparatuses and plunged into a treacherous battle against dense smoke and fumes. Their mission: locate and extinguish the source of this devastating fire before it devoured centuries-old history. This poignant snapshot serves as a testament to human resilience and unity in times of crisis. It immortalizes those who risked their lives selflessly for both faith and heritage. Today, it stands not only as a reminder of our vulnerability but also as an ode to unwavering courage displayed by these brave men. As we gaze upon this remarkable scene frozen in time, let us honor these unsung heroes whose tireless efforts saved St Godrics Roman Catholic Church from being lost forever amidst those relentless flames.

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