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Policeman in short sleeves helmet frantically trying to move a giant rock in the wreckage
Policeman in short sleeves helmet frantically trying to move a giant rock in the wreckage of an LCC Central school in the London suburbs following a daylight attack by rooftop German raiders.
More than 20 children were killed in the raid.
20th January 1943
Daily Mirror
Mirrorpix
London
Greater London
England
Media ID 21378946
© Mirrorpix
Blitz Bomb Damage Britain Destruction Police Rescue Rubble Wreckage Air Raid
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Amidst the Devastation - A Policeman's Desperate Efforts to Save Lives
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. In this poignant print captured by Mirrorpix, we witness a brave policeman in short sleeves and helmet frantically attempting to move a colossal rock amidst the wreckage of an LCC Central school in London's suburbs. The scene unfolds after a merciless daylight attack by rooftop German raiders during World War Two on the 20th of January, 1943. The devastating consequences are evident as more than twenty innocent children tragically lost their lives in this heart-wrenching raid. This image serves as a stark reminder of the horrors faced by Britain during those tumultuous times. With determination etched across his face, our hero embodies the unwavering spirit and resilience displayed by countless individuals on the home front. His selfless act symbolizes not only his commitment to duty but also represents the collective efforts made by police officers and rescue workers who risked their lives daily amid chaos and destruction. As rubble surrounds him, this photograph encapsulates both despair and hope. It stands as a testament to humanity's indomitable spirit even in moments of unimaginable devastation. Through such images from Memory Lane Prints, we honor those who lived through these dark times while reminding future generations of the sacrifices made for freedom.
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