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Poster Print : Blitz in London -- bombed sub-station, South London, WW2
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Blitz in London -- bombed sub-station, South London, WW2
Blitz in London -- a South London sub fire station was obliterated by enemy bombing. Showing firefighters in defiant mood, declaring themselves NOT BEATEN, whilst colleagues search through the debris for anything salvageable
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Media ID 7641479
© London Fire Brigade / Mary Evans Picture Library
1941 Beaten Blackboard Blitz Bomb Bombed Bombing Chalk Colleagues Damage Damaged Debris Defiance Defiant Enemy Message Mood Propaganda Raid Rubble Ruin Salvage Search Spirit Firefighter Firefighters Fireman Firemen
18x24 inch Poster Print
Experience the historical resonance of wartime London with our stunning poster print from the Media Storehouse collection. This evocative image, titled "Blitz in London -- bombed sub-station, South London, WW2," taken by the London Fire Brigade and sourced from Mary Evans Picture Library via Mary Evans Prints Online, captures the indomitable spirit of the city's firefighters. Amid the ruins of a destroyed sub-station, firefighters stand defiantly, declaring their unyielding determination in the face of adversity. This powerful poster print is a poignant reminder of the resilience and courage of the people of London during the Blitz. Bring a piece of history into your home or office with this captivating and inspiring addition to your wall art collection.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 61.6cm x 46.3cm (24.3" x 18.2")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In the heart of South London during the dark days of World War II, the relentless barrage of enemy bombs continued to wreak havoc on the city's infrastructure. In this poignant photograph, the ruins of a sub-station for the London Fire Brigade stand as a testament to the destructive power of the Blitz. The once imposing brick building, now reduced to a pile of rubble and debris, bears the scars of the devastating raid that obliterated it in 1941. Amidst the chaos and destruction, the indomitable spirit of the firefighters shines through. Standing proudly in front of the wreckage, they declare their defiance with a bold message chalked on a makeshift blackboard: "NOT BEATEN." Their determined expressions and unyielding stance convey a sense of resilience and courage that speaks to the unwavering spirit of the people of London during wartime. As the smoke clears and the dust settles, their colleagues search through the debris for anything salvageable. The fire engines, battered but not broken, stand ready to answer the call of duty, a reminder of the vital role the London Fire Brigade played in protecting the city during the war. This powerful image captures the essence of the Blitz, a time of ruin and damage, yet also of hope and defiance. It serves as a poignant reminder of the strength and resilience of the human spirit in the face of adversity.
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