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Damaged stand at West Ham United Football ground
The bomb damaged main stands at Upton Park (the Boleyn Ground), the home of West Ham United Football Club following bombing raids during the blitz on London in World War Two. Date: 1944
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Media ID 14128445
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1944 Blitz Blitzed Boleyn Bomb Bombed Bombing Damage Damaged Effect Football Grounds Main Raids Stand Taking Terrace Upton
30"x20" (76x51cm) Canvas Print
Introducing the captivating Damaged Stand at West Ham United Football Ground Canvas Print from Media Storehouse, exclusively licensed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This evocative image transports you back in time to Upton Park, the historic home of West Ham United Football Club, during the turbulent years of World War Two. The stands, once a symbol of community and passion, now bear the scars of bombing raids, a poignant reminder of the past. Bring this piece of history into your home and add depth to your decor with its stunning, high-quality canvas finish. Experience the power of storytelling through art with this unique and intriguing print.
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 76.2cm x 50.8cm (30" x 20")
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.
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This evocative photograph captures the devastating impact of the Blitz on Upton Park, the historic home of West Ham United Football Club. Dated 1944, the image shows the main stands at the Boleyn Ground, named after the family who owned the land, reduced to rubble following bombing raids during World War Two. The bomb damage is extensive, with debris scattered across the terrace and the once proud structure now a shadow of its former self. The stands, a symbol of community and unity for the West Ham fans, lay in ruins, a poignant reminder of the destruction and chaos wrought by the war. The photograph offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back in time to an era of uncertainty and resilience. The stands, though damaged, still stand tall, a testament to the indomitable spirit of the community that rallied to rebuild and restore the beloved football ground. This photograph is a significant piece of historical documentation, providing a visual account of the effects of the Blitz on the sports and recreational landscape of London during World War Two.
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