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Blitz in London -- Howards Timber Yard, Poplar, WW2
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Blitz in London -- Howards Timber Yard, Poplar, WW2
Blitz in London -- firefighters at work on timber stacks, Howards Timber Yard, Poplar, 21 September 1940. Date: 1940
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Attack Blitz Bomb Bombed Bombing Damage Damaged Fires Hose Howard Howards Poplar Raid Smoky Stacks Timber Yard Firefighter Firefighters Firefighting Fireman Firemen
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Amid the chaos and destruction of the Blitz in London, firefighters from the London Fire Brigade (LFB) bravely battled fires in the aftermath of an air raid. This powerful photograph, taken on September 21, 1940, captures the intense scene at Howards Timber Yard in Poplar, East London. The timber stacks, once a vital source of building materials for the city, now stand damaged and ablaze, their wooden structures engulfed in smoke and flames. The firemen, dressed in protective helmets and coats, work tirelessly to extinguish the fire, using long hoses to direct jets of water towards the inferno. The scene is smoky and hazy, the air thick with the acrid smell of burning wood. The destruction wrought by the bombing raids during World War II was a daily reality for Londoners, and the fire brigade played a crucial role in minimizing the damage and saving lives. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the resilience and bravery of the London Fire Brigade during the Blitz. The men in this image, and countless others like them, risked their lives to protect their communities from the devastation of the war. The image is a testament to the importance of emergency services during times of crisis and the indomitable spirit of the people of London during the darkest days of the 20th century.
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