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GERMAN NIGHT BOMBING
Heavy losses cause the Germans to abandon daylight raids and resume night bombing of the Port of London Date: October 1940
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Media ID 20146519
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Abandon Bombing Daylight Germans Heavy Losses Raids Resume
21.5"x17.5" (55x44cm) Premium Frame
Step back in time with our captivating 'German Night Bombing' Framed Print from Media Storehouse, in partnership with Mary Evans Prints Online. This evocative image transports you to the heart of the Second World War, as the Port of London endures a relentless German night attack in October 1940. Witness the intensity and drama of those historic moments, as the skies fill with the flickering glow of incendiary bombs. Our high-quality framed print is a stunning addition to any home or office, allowing you to preserve a piece of history in your personal space. Experience the power of the past, with Media Storehouse.
Framed and mounted 17x12 print. Professionally handmade full timber moulded frames are finished off with framers tape and come with a hanging solution on the back. Outer dimensions are 21.5x17.5 inches (546x444mm). Quality timber frame frame moulding (20mm wide and 30mm deep) with frame colours in your choice of black, white, or raw oak and a choice of black or white card mounts. Frames have a perspex front providing a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish which is easily cleaned with a damp cloth.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 41.8cm x 41.8cm (16.5" x 16.5")
Estimated Product Size is 44.4cm x 54.6cm (17.5" x 21.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative image captures the intensity and destructive power of the German night bombing raids on the Port of London during October 1940. The Western Front of World War II had reached a critical point, with the Battle of Britain coming to a close and the German Air Force, or Luftwaffe, shifting their strategy from daylight raids to nighttime attacks. The photograph presents a haunting scene of the aftermath of a bombing raid, with the glow of fires illuminating the night sky. The dark silhouettes of buildings and ships are contrasted against the bright explosions, creating a surreal and otherworldly atmosphere. Smoke billows from the ruins of buildings, while debris and rubble litter the ground. The sense of chaos and destruction is palpable. The heavy losses sustained by the Germans during the daylight raids had forced them to reconsider their tactics. Night bombing offered the advantage of reduced visibility, making it more difficult for the British to defend against the attacks. However, it also presented new challenges, such as navigating in the dark and accurately dropping bombs on their targets. Despite the risks, the Germans pressed on with their nighttime assaults, targeting key infrastructure such as ports and industrial areas. The Port of London was a crucial target, as it was a major hub for the transportation of supplies and resources. The raids caused widespread damage and disruption, but the resilient British people continued to work tirelessly to repair the damage and keep the city functioning. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the devastating impact of the night bombing raids on the people of London during the darkest days of the war.
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