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Scenes in Hull, East Yorkshire showing the Prudential Tower on Queen Victoria Square
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Scenes in Hull, East Yorkshire showing the Prudential Tower on Queen Victoria Square
Scenes in Hull, East Yorkshire showing the Prudential Tower on Queen Victoria Square.
The building was severely hit during an air raid in May 1941 and was later demolished.
Circa 1936
Hull Daily Mail
Mirrorpix
Hull
East Yorkshire
England
Media ID 21888083
© Mirrorpix
1936 Buildings Busy City Location Places Traffic
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This print from Memory Lane Prints takes us back to the bustling streets of Hull, East Yorkshire in the 1930s. The image showcases the magnificent Prudential Tower standing tall on Queen Victoria Square, a symbol of architectural grandeur and civic pride. However, beneath its majestic facade lies a tale of resilience and tragedy. In May 1941, during the dark days of World War II, this iconic building fell victim to a devastating air raid that left it severely damaged. Despite efforts to salvage it, the Prudential Tower was ultimately demolished. The photograph itself captures an era when Hull was at its busiest; a city teeming with life and energy. The streets are filled with traffic as people go about their daily routines amidst the backdrop of stunning architecture. As we gaze upon this snapshot frozen in time, we are transported back to an age where buildings were not just structures but symbols that shaped communities and defined their identity. Let this photo serve as a reminder of both the beauty that once graced our cities and the indomitable spirit that rebuilds them even in times of great adversity.
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