Greetings Card : Blitz in London - Shell Mex, Fulham, WW2
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Blitz in London - Shell Mex, Fulham, WW2
London firemen at work at Shell Mex, Townmead Road, Fulham, following a bombing raid, 23 February 1944. In the foreground are salvaged drums of lubricant which have been extinguished. Date: 1944
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Media ID 14157252
© London Fire Brigade / Mary Evans Picture Library
1944 Attack Blitz Bomb Bombed Bombing Burning Drums Extinguished Fires Foam Fulham Lubricant Raid Salvaged Salvaging Shell Firefighter Firefighters Firefighting Fireman Firemen Townmead
Greetings Card (7"x5")
Introducing the latest addition to our Media Storehouse Greetings Cards collection: "Blitz in London - Shell Mex, Fulham, WW2." This evocative card features a captivating image from the past, showcasing London firefighters in action following a bombing raid in 1944. The scene unfolds at Shell Mex, Townmead Road, Fulham, where firefighters are hard at work extinguishing salvaged drums of lubricant. This powerful and historic image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports you back in time and makes for an unforgettable greeting. Perfect for history enthusiasts or those who appreciate the resilience of the human spirit, this card is sure to leave a lasting impression.
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
Amid the ruins of a bombing raid during the Second World War, London firemen work tirelessly to extinguish fires and salvage what they can at the Shell Mex site on Townmead Road in Fulham. The date is February 1944, and the Blitz continues to wreak havoc on the city. In the foreground, firemen stand beside drums of lubricant that have been salvaged and extinguished. The firemen, dressed in their protective gear and carrying hoses and other equipment, are focused on their task, their faces set with determination. Behind them, the night sky is lit up by the flames of the burning buildings, and the sound of sirens and explosions can be heard in the distance. The firemen work quickly, knowing that every second counts in a firefighting situation. Despite the danger and the destruction all around them, they remain dedicated to their duty, determined to save what they can and keep the people of London safe. This powerful image captures the bravery and resilience of the London Fire Brigade during the wartime years, and serves as a reminder of the sacrifices made by these brave men and women during the Blitz.
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