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The Great Fire in Southwark (engraving)
1619595 The Great Fire in Southwark (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Great Fire in Southwark. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 6 July 1861.
English School (19th Century)); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 23088882
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Devastation Fire Damage Fires Killed Mr Braidwood Showing Southwark Spot Cottons Wharf
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The Great Fire in Southwark - A Glimpse into London's Devastation
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. This print of "The Great Fire in Southwark" takes us back to a significant event that unfolded in the heart of 19th-century London. The engraving, created by an anonymous English School artist, captures the sheer devastation caused by a catastrophic fire that ravaged the historic district. As we gaze upon this haunting image, our eyes are drawn to the ruins left behind by the merciless flames. The once-thriving streets of Southwark now lay desolate and charred, bearing witness to the destructive power of fire. Hayes Warehouse and Cottons Yard stand as ghostly reminders of what was once bustling commerce and industry. In this somber scene, we can almost feel the weight of tragedy hanging heavy in the air. Lives were lost on this very spot – men and women who tragically fell victim to nature's wrath. Among them was Mr Braidwood, a heroic figure who valiantly fought against the inferno at Cottons Wharf. This engraving serves as both a historical record and a testament to human resilience in times of adversity. It reminds us that even amidst destruction, communities come together to rebuild their lives from ashes. Thanks to Bridgeman Images' preservation efforts, we have been granted access to this poignant snapshot from history. Let us reflect upon it with reverence for those affected by such calamities while cherishing our ability to learn from past
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