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Liverpool. Merseyside. August 1941. During the Blitz. Picture shows the Old
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Liverpool. Merseyside. August 1941. During the Blitz. Picture shows the Old
Liverpool. Merseyside. August 1941. During the Blitz.
Picture shows the Old Street and Castle Street area of Liverpool, The National Bank Building with the Holt Building to the left and on the right are seen the London Life Association Building with the Martins Bank and Queen Victoria Statue on the extreme right. All made visible following foreground demolitions.
Liverpool suffered many casualties in the blitz during World War Two, mostly during 28 Aug 1940 Ð 10 Jan 1942.
Picture taken 6th August 1941
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Liverpool Echo
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Liverpool
Merseyside
England
WW2 B/W Print Reach plc 4267
Media ID 21889673
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This print takes us back to Liverpool in August 1941, during the heart-wrenching Blitz of World War Two. The image showcases the aftermath of devastating bombings, revealing the Old Street and Castle Street area. In this haunting scene, we witness a city scarred by war but resilient in its spirit. The National Bank Building stands tall amidst the ruins, a symbol of strength amidst chaos. To its left lies the Holt Building, while on the right we catch a glimpse of the London Life Association Building with Martins Bank nearby. The Queen Victoria Statue proudly graces the extreme right corner, seemingly untouched by destruction. Liverpool suffered greatly during this period, enduring countless casualties from August 28th, 1940 to January 10th, 1942. This photograph was taken on August 6th, offering a poignant snapshot into one day's reality amid ongoing conflict. As we gaze upon these remnants of buildings reduced to rubble and debris scattered across streets once bustling with life, we are reminded of both humanity's capacity for destruction and our unwavering resilience in times of adversity. This print serves as an important reminder not only of Liverpool's wartime struggles but also pays tribute to all those who endured unimaginable hardships during World War Two. It is through images like these that we honor their memory and ensure that their stories live on for generations to come.
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