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Photographic Print : Hawksley Avenue, Hillsborough, air raid damage, 1940
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Hawksley Avenue, Hillsborough, air raid damage, 1940
From an original at Sheffield Libraries: s00993
Sheffield City Archives and Local Studies Library has an unrivalled collection of images of Sheffield, England
Media ID 14033480
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Hillsborough Second World War Sheffield World War Ii World War Two Yorkshire Air Raid Damage
10"x8" Photo Print
Step back in time with Media Storehouse's historic photographic print of Hawksley Avenue in Hillsborough, Sheffield. This poignant image, taken from the Sheffield City Archives in 1940, captures the aftermath of an air raid during World War II. The destroyed houses and debris in the foreground tell a powerful story of resilience and survival. Bring a piece of history into your home with this authentic, museum-quality print. Order now and relive the past, one frame at a time.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 18.8cm (10" x 7.4")
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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This poignant print captures the devastating aftermath of an air raid on Hawksley Avenue in Hillsborough during the tumultuous year of 1940. The image, sourced from Sheffield Libraries' extensive collection and preserved by Sheffield City Archives, serves as a powerful reminder of the impact World War II had on Yorkshire's largest city. The scene depicted is one of utter destruction and desolation. Jagged remnants of buildings stand like skeletal remains against a backdrop of smoke-filled skies. Piles of rubble and debris litter the streets, bearing witness to the havoc wreaked upon this once-thriving neighborhood. In this snapshot frozen in time, we glimpse into the lives forever altered by war. Each crumbling brick tells a story; each shattered windowpane echoes with loss. Yet amidst this devastation, there is also resilience and hope. Amidst the ruins, signs emerge that speak to humanity's indomitable spirit - neighbors helping neighbors clear away wreckage or salvage what little they can. As we reflect upon this haunting photograph, let us remember those who lived through these dark times and honor their strength in rebuilding their communities from ashes. May it serve as a testament to our shared history and remind us never to forget the sacrifices made during those long years when war ravaged our world.
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