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Huge blinds used to camouflage a factory, Sept 1939
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Huge blinds used to camouflage a factory, Sept 1939
Huge dark blinds used to camouflage an entire factory on an A-road just outside of London. Blackout regulations were imposed two days before the outbreak of war to make the factory less visible to enemy aircraft, as these blinds would have done. Date: 1939
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In this evocative photograph from September 1939, an extensive network of huge blinds covers the facade of a factory located just outside London, effectively camouflaging it from enemy aircraft. With the looming threat of air raids, blackout regulations were imposed by the Air Raid Precautions (ARP) two days prior to the official outbreak of World War II. The implementation of these precautionary measures was crucial in reducing the visibility of potential targets, thereby increasing the chances of survival for both civilians and industrial infrastructure. The vast expanse of dark, heavy blinds, which appear almost impenetrable, enshrouds the factory in an eerie stillness. The image exudes a sense of anticipation and unease, as the ominous presence of war casts a long shadow over the landscape. The blinds, a phony facade designed to deceive potential adversaries, underscore the importance of camouflage and the lengths to which people were willing to go to protect themselves and their communities during this tumultuous time. The photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the unique challenges and fears that defined the early days of the Second World War. The image, though devoid of any commercial context, stands as a testament to the resilience and resourcefulness of the British people, who banded together to face the uncertainties of the war head-on. This photograph, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, offers a glimpse into the past, allowing us to reflect on the historical significance of the blackout regulations and the role they played in shaping the course of World War II.
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