Canvas Print : Blitz in London -- Howards Timber Yard, Poplar, WW2
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Blitz in London -- Howards Timber Yard, Poplar, WW2
Blitz in London -- firefighters at work on timber stacks, Howards Timber Yard, Poplar, 21 September 1940. Date: 1940
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Media ID 14157621
© London Fire Brigade / Mary Evans Picture Library
Attack Blitz Bomb Bombed Bombing Damage Damaged Fires Hose Howard Howards Poplar Raid Smoky Stacks Timber Yard Firefighter Firefighters Firefighting Fireman Firemen
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Introducing the captivating "Blitz in London" Canvas Print from Media Storehouse, a stunning addition to your home or office decor. This evocative image transports you back in time to the heart of WW2 with "Howards Timber Yard, Poplar" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. Witness the courage and determination of firefighters as they bravely battle the flames in this iconic photograph taken on 21 September 1940. The rich, textured canvas brings out the depth and detail of the image, creating a truly breathtaking piece of art that tells a story of resilience and history. Add this inspiring print to your collection and let the memories of the past come alive in your space.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
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
Amid the chaos and destruction of the Blitz in London, firefighters from the London Fire Brigade (LFB) bravely battled fires in the aftermath of an air raid. This powerful photograph, taken on September 21, 1940, captures the intense scene at Howards Timber Yard in Poplar, East London. The timber stacks, once a vital source of building materials for the city, now stand damaged and ablaze, their wooden structures engulfed in smoke and flames. The firemen, dressed in protective helmets and coats, work tirelessly to extinguish the fire, using long hoses to direct jets of water towards the inferno. The scene is smoky and hazy, the air thick with the acrid smell of burning wood. The destruction wrought by the bombing raids during World War II was a daily reality for Londoners, and the fire brigade played a crucial role in minimizing the damage and saving lives. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the resilience and bravery of the London Fire Brigade during the Blitz. The men in this image, and countless others like them, risked their lives to protect their communities from the devastation of the war. The image is a testament to the importance of emergency services during times of crisis and the indomitable spirit of the people of London during the darkest days of the 20th century.
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