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Market Hall, Birmingham, 1941 a42 / 00726
The High Street elevation of Market Hall showing damage caused by an incendiary attack. Bull Ring, Birmingham. Photographed by G B Mason for the National Buildings Record, 1941. The former Market Hall dated from the 1830s. It was destroyed during the Birmingham Blitz and remained as an empty shell until it was demolished in 1963 as part of the Bull Ring Centre development. This view shows the windows bricked up and the roof missing as a result of the incendiary devices dropped on the 25th August 1940
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Greetings Card (7"x5")
Introducing the captivating "Market Hall, Birmingham, 1941" greeting card from Media Storehouse and Historic England. This beautifully crafted card features an iconic photograph by George Bernard Mason, capturing the High Street elevation of Market Hall in Birmingham during wartime. Witness the poignant history of the Bull Ring area as you observe the damage caused by an incendiary attack in 1941. This intriguing snapshot of the past makes for a unique and thoughtful greeting that is sure to delight history enthusiasts and those with a love for the story of our cities. Add a personal message and send a piece of history straight to their doorstep.
Folded Greeting Cards (12.5x17.5 cm) have a laminate finish and are supplied with an envelope. The front and inside can be personalised with text in a selection of fonts, layouts and colours.
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Product Size is 12.5cm x 17.5cm (4.9" x 6.9")
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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This poignant print captures the haunting aftermath of a devastating incendiary attack on Market Hall, Birmingham in 1941. Taken by George Bernard Mason for the National Buildings Record, it serves as a powerful reminder of the destructive impact of World War II. The image showcases the High Street elevation of Market Hall, revealing the extensive damage inflicted upon this once bustling hub. The former market hall, which had stood proudly since the 1830s, now stands as an empty shell due to its destruction during the infamous Birmingham Blitz. In this particular view, one can observe windows bricked up and a roof missing; clear evidence of the incendiary devices dropped on that fateful day - August 25th, 1940. The scars left behind are not only physical but also symbolic representations of resilience and strength amidst adversity. Although this historic structure remained in ruins until its eventual demolition in 1963 as part of Bull Ring Centre development, this photograph immortalizes its existence and significance within Birmingham's history. It acts as a testament to those who endured unimaginable hardships during wartime while serving as a stark reminder that even cherished landmarks can fall victim to conflict. Through George Bernard Mason's lens, we are transported back to a time when war ravaged cities across Europe. This image is not just about buildings reduced to rubble; it encapsulates stories untold and lives forever changed by war's relentless grip.
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