Jigsaw Puzzle : Building damaged in a riot, Belfast, Northern Ireland
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Building damaged in a riot, Belfast, Northern Ireland
Building with ground floor tobacconists shop, damaged in a riot in Belfast, Northern Ireland and boarded up with corrugated iron. Date: 1969
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Media ID 14347428
© Mary Evans Picture Library/DAVID LEWIS HODGSON
1969 Belfast Boarded Damaged Deprivation Dingy Division Riot Segregation Shabby Slum Slums Terrace Terraced Troubles
Jigsaw Puzzle (500 Pieces)
Experience the historical significance of the past with our captivating jigsaw puzzle from Media Storehouse. This intricately designed puzzle features an evocative image of a damaged building in Belfast, Northern Ireland, taken during the turbulent year of 1969. Witness the raw power of history as you piece together the ground-floor tobacconist shop, now boarded up with corrugated iron, that bears the scars of a riot. Immerse yourself in the story behind this iconic photograph from Mary Evans Prints Online and bring history to life in the comfort of your own home. An engaging and educational activity for all ages.
1000 piece puzzles are custom made in Australia and hand-finished on 100% recycled 1.6mm thick laminated puzzle boards. There is a level of repetition in jigsaw shapes with each matching piece away from its pair. The completed puzzle measures 76x50cm and is delivered packaged in an attractive presentation box specially designed to fit most mail slots with a unique magnetic lid
Jigsaw Puzzles are an ideal gift for any occasion
Estimated Product Size is 40.3cm x 50.7cm (15.9" x 20")
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
This evocative photograph captures the aftermath of the tumultuous events that unfolded in Belfast, Northern Ireland during the late 1960s. The image portrays a damaged building with a ground floor tobacconists shop, located in a seemingly deprived and run-down area of the city. The once vibrant facade is now marred by broken windows, shattered glass, and the ominous presence of corrugated iron sheeting that covers the gaping holes. The scene is set against a dingy, narrow street, with houses and terraced buildings lining the road. The atmosphere is one of division and segregation, with the troubles that gripped Northern Ireland during this period leaving a palpable sense of unease and unrest. The streets, once bustling with activity, now appear deserted and lifeless. The year is 1969, a time when the political and social tensions in Northern Ireland reached a boiling point. Riots and protests became a common occurrence, with the Catholic and Protestant communities clashing in the streets. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the devastating impact of the violence and unrest that engulfed the city during this tumultuous era. The building in the photograph, with its shabby and worn-down appearance, stands as a symbol of the desperation and hardship that many people in Belfast faced during this time. The boarded-up windows and doors, a common sight in the city during the 1960s, speak to the sense of deprivation and despair that pervaded the community. This powerful image offers a glimpse into a dark chapter in Northern Ireland's history, one that continues to resonate with many to this day.
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