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Damage to Fetter Lane, London following a V1 explosion in the capital. 19th July 1944
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Damage to Fetter Lane, London following a V1 explosion in the capital. 19th July 1944
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Daily Mirror
Mirrorpix
London
Greater London
England
WW2 B/W Glass Neg W336C.jpg
Media ID 21909595
© Mirrorpix
1944 Bomb Damage Buildings Destruction Doodlebug Flying Bomb Raid
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This print takes us back to the haunting aftermath of a devastating V1 explosion in London during World War Two. The date is etched into history - 19th July 1944 - when Fetter Lane, once bustling with life, fell victim to the horrors of war. The image captures the sheer destruction caused by this indiscriminate attack. Buildings stand as mere skeletons, their facades reduced to rubble and debris scattered across the street. It serves as a stark reminder of the immense power unleashed by these flying bombs known as V1s or doodlebugs. In this desolate scene, one can almost hear echoes of sirens wailing and people scrambling for safety amidst chaos. It symbolizes not only physical devastation but also represents the resilience and strength displayed by Londoners during those dark times. As we gaze upon this photograph from Memory Lane Prints, it transports us back to an era where conflict consumed daily lives. It reminds us of the sacrifices made and serves as a testament to human endurance in times of adversity. Let this image be a poignant reminder that even amidst destruction, hope prevails; communities rebuild, scars heal, and memories endure.
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