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Lower Sloane Street, London
Lower Sloane Street, London - featuring The Rose & Crown Pub, the Chelsea Baptist Church (1816), later The Church of the Good Shepherd (bombed in WW2 and later demolished). Date: circa 1907
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© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Baptist Blitz Bomb Bombed Chelsea Good Jun16 Lower Shepherd Sloane
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1. Title: "Lower Sloane Street, London: A Snapshot of History - The Rose & Crown Pub and the Chelsea Baptist Church (later The Church of the Good Shepherd), Circa 1907" Lower Sloane Street in London, circa 1907, presents a charming and historic scene in this photograph. The image captures the essence of the area's rich past, featuring two iconic structures: The Rose & Crown Pub and the Chelsea Baptist Church, which later became The Church of the Good Shepherd. The Rose & Crown Pub, a quintessential British watering hole, stands proudly on the left side of the street. Its red brick facade and ornate signage, adorned with the image of a rose and a crown, have remained largely unchanged over the years, making it a beloved landmark for locals and visitors alike. To the right of the photograph, the Chelsea Baptist Church, with its impressive Gothic Revival architecture, graces the scene. Established in 1816, this beautiful place of worship served the community for over a century before it was tragically bombed during the 2nd World War in June 1940, during the infamous 2nd Blitz. The church was later demolished, leaving only memories and this photograph as testaments to its former glory. This image offers a glimpse into London's history, showcasing the area's architectural diversity and the passage of time. The Rose & Crown Pub continues to thrive, while the site of the Chelsea Baptist Church, now a parking lot, stands as a poignant reminder of the past. This photograph is a treasure trove of history, inviting us to explore the stories that lie within the walls of Lower Sloane Street.
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