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Florence flood of November 4, 1966: Via del Corso invaded by mud
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Florence flood of November 4, 1966: Via del Corso invaded by mud
Florence flood of November 4, 1966: Via del Corso invaded by mud Florence via del Corso. Date of Photograph:04-06/11/1966
Unidentified Author
FVQ-F-192169-0000
Media ID 33303579
© Alinari Archives, Florence
Commerce And Trade Commercial Deluge Flood Geological Primary Elements Shop Store Structure And Site Water Natural Elements And Phenomena
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This print titled "FVQ-F-192169-0000" takes us back to the devastating Florence flood of November 4,1966. The image captures a haunting scene on Via del Corso, as it becomes invaded by thick layers of mud. The date of the photograph, marked as 04-06/11/1966, serves as a reminder of the exact moment when this natural disaster struck the city. As we gaze upon this historical snapshot, we are transported to an era where commerce and trade thrived in Florence. The store structures lining Via del Corso stand tall amidst the chaos caused by nature's fury. This architectural marvel showcases both resilience and vulnerability in equal measure. The buildings that once housed bustling shops now bear witness to destruction and despair. Water, one of Earth's primary elements, engulfs everything in its path during this deluge. It is a stark reminder of how geological phenomena can disrupt human lives and reshape entire landscapes within moments. Through this lens captured by an unidentified author from Alinari, we gain a unique perspective on the view of the city during such calamitous times. The muddy aftermath paints a somber picture but also highlights humanity's ability to rebuild and recover from adversity. As we reflect on this photograph print labeled with various tags like flood, commercial structure, architecture, building housing - it reminds us not only of past events but also raises awareness about our planet's natural elements and their immense power over our lives. Let us cherish these visual records that capture significant moments in history while reminding ourselves to protect our cities against future disasters brought forth by nature's unpredictable forces.
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