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The Midland Daily Telegraph, which became the Coventry Evening Telegraph in 1941
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The Midland Daily Telegraph, which became the Coventry Evening Telegraph in 1941
The Midland Daily Telegraph, which became the Coventry Evening Telegraph in 1941, took a direct hit at its Hertford Street offices of the newspaper. Our photograph shows the devastation caused to the compositing room. The library was also destroyed.
14th November 1940
Coventry Telegraph Archive
Mirrorpix
Coventry
England
Media ID 21346723
© Mirrorpix
1940 Blitz Coventry Newspaper Rubble World War 2 Wreckage
EDITORS COMMENTS
This powerful print captures the aftermath of a devastating event that forever changed the course of history. Taken on November 14th, 1940, it showcases the destruction caused by a direct hit at the Hertford Street offices of The Midland Daily Telegraph, which later became known as the Coventry Evening Telegraph in 1941. The image focuses on the compositing room, once a bustling hub where news stories came to life. Now reduced to rubble and debris, it serves as a haunting reminder of the horrors unleashed during World War II. The library adjacent to it also fell victim to this merciless attack. In this snapshot frozen in time from the 1940s, we witness not only physical devastation but also symbolic loss. The obliteration of this newspaper office represents an assault on truth and freedom of information – pillars that are vital for any democratic society. As we reflect upon this image today, let us remember those who risked their lives reporting amidst chaos and uncertainty during wartime. Let us honor their resilience and dedication to keeping people informed even in times of great peril. This photograph stands as a poignant testament to both human fragility and strength; a stark reminder that even in moments when darkness engulfs our world, there is always hope for rebuilding what was lost and forging ahead towards a brighter future.
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