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Scenes in Hull, the most severely damaged British city or town during the Second World
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Scenes in Hull, the most severely damaged British city or town during the Second World
Scenes in Hull, the most severely damaged British city or town during the Second World War, with 95 percent of houses damaged.
View showing the devastation to the Thornton Varley store on the corner of Prospect Street and Brook Street.
May 1941
Hull Daily Mail
Mirrorpix
Hull
East Yorkshire
England
Media ID 21887947
© Mirrorpix
1941 Bomb Damage Bombing Buildings Destruction Devastation Shops Air Raid
EDITORS COMMENTS
Scenes in Hull, the most severely damaged British city or town during the Second World War. This haunting print captures the devastating aftermath of an air raid on May 1941. With 95 percent of houses damaged, Hull bore witness to unimaginable destruction and despair. In this particular view, we see the heart-wrenching devastation inflicted upon Thornton Varley store located at the corner of Prospect Street and Brook Street. Once a bustling hub of commerce and community life, it now stands as a solemn reminder of war's indiscriminate wrath. The image transports us back to the 1940s, immersing us in a time when bombings were a constant threat looming over everyday existence. It serves as a poignant testament to the resilience and strength exhibited by both civilians and soldiers on the home front during World War II. As we gaze upon this scene, we are reminded not only of buildings reduced to rubble but also lives shattered beyond repair. The remnants left behind tell stories untold – tales of loss, sacrifice, and unwavering determination amidst chaos. This photograph from Memory Lane Prints is more than just an archival piece; it encapsulates history itself. It invites us to reflect upon our shared past while honoring those who endured unimaginable hardships for future generations' freedom.
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