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WW1 - Attack on London - St. Batholomew the Great
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WW1 - Attack on London - St. Batholomew the Great
circa 1910s
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Arches Attack Attacks Barts Bomb Bombed Bombing Bombs Damage Monk Norman Pile Piles Priest Protected Raid Romanesque Sandbag Sandbags Tomb Zeppelin Anglo Norman Rahere
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This evocative postcard image captures the somber atmosphere of St. Batholomew the Great during the First World War, specifically during the Zeppelin raids of 1915. The Norman and Romanesque architectural masterpiece, located in Holborn, London, is shown here with piles of sandbags stacked against its arches and a pile of debris in the foreground. The once ornate and intricately decorated arches, a testament to the Anglo-Norman heritage of the church, now bear the scars of the relentless bombing. The church, founded by Rahere, a priest and monk in the 11th century, has been a significant part of London's history. Its magnificent tomb of Rahere, known as the 'Raherius Monument,' is a popular attraction. However, during the First World War, it became a symbol of resilience and survival as the city endured the attacks from the air. The image of St. Batholomew the Great during the WWI era is a poignant reminder of the devastating impact of war on historical and cultural landmarks. The sandbags, a common sight during the raids, were used to protect the church and its precious contents from the bombs that rained down from the Zeppelins. The image also serves as a reminder of the courage and determination of the people of London to keep their city and its heritage alive amidst the chaos and destruction of war.
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