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Picture shows Fire Float, Hull, during World War Two. The city of Hull spent
Picture shows Fire Float, Hull, during World War Two.
The city of Hull spent more than 1, 000 hours under alert during raids from 19 June 1940 to 1945, with almost 1, 200 people in the city killed as a result of the bombing.
The fire float would have been used to good effect during
this time.
Useful link to Hull during The Blitz, gives various streets and dates of incidences.
http://www.heroesofhull.co.uk/pages/blitz/1943_Raids.php
There is no date available for this picture, so Mirrorpix will suggest 1st August 1940
Hull Daily Mail
Mirrorpix
Kingston Upon Hull
East Riding of Yorkshire
England
WW2 B/W Print Reach plc -302
Media ID 21885103
© Mirrorpix
Boat Civil Defence Emergency Service Fire Fire Engine Spray Air Raid
10"x8" Photo Print
Step back in time with our captivating Media Storehouse Photographic Print of Fire Float, Hull, during World War Two. This evocative image, sourced from Mirrorpix and part of our Memory Lane Prints collection, captures the resilience and determination of Hull's people as they spent over 1,000 hours on alert during relentless raids from 1940 to 1945. Almost one million pounds of bombs were dropped on the city, but the spirit of Hull never wavered. Bring a piece of history into your home with this stunning, high-quality print.
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Estimated Product Size is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This powerful print captures the Fire Float of Hull during World War Two, a symbol of resilience and determination in the face of relentless bombings. As one gazes at this image, it is impossible to ignore the immense bravery and sacrifice that the city's residents endured during those dark times. From 19 June 1940 to 1945, Hull spent over 1,000 hours under alert as raids ravaged its streets. Tragically, almost 1,200 lives were lost due to these bombings. However, amidst this chaos and destruction, the fire float stood tall as a vital tool in combating fires caused by enemy attacks. The fire float's significance cannot be overstated; it played an instrumental role in saving countless lives and preserving what remained of Hull's infrastructure. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the heroic efforts made by emergency services throughout World War Two. Although we do not have an exact date for this picture, Mirrorpix suggests that it was taken on 1st August 1940—a day forever etched into history. The link provided offers further insight into Hull's experiences during The Blitz with specific details about affected streets and dates. As Memory Lane Prints presents this evocative snapshot from the past—depicting civil defense at its finest—we are reminded of both the horrors endured by Hull's citizens and their unwavering spirit in overcoming adversity. Let us honor their memory and pay tribute to all those who valiantly served during this tumultuous period in our
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