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Scene showing the bomb damage in Great Yarmouth, Norfolk following an air raid by the German Luftwaffe.
German planes dropped around 1, 500 incendiary bombs and eight high explosive weapons over the town in the early hours of the morning on 25th June 1942.
Picture shows A reredos with figures of christ stand undamaged amid the ruins of the 12th Century the morning after the raid
Horace Grant
Daily Mirror
Mirrorpix
Great Yarmouth
Norfolk
England
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Media ID 21908001
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Scene of Resilience - Amidst the Ruins, a Testament to Faith
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. This poignant print captures the aftermath of a devastating air raid by the German Luftwaffe on Great Yarmouth, Norfolk in June 1942. The image showcases the sheer destruction inflicted upon this peaceful town during World War II. In the early hours of that fateful morning, German planes mercilessly dropped around 1,500 incendiary bombs and eight high explosive weapons over Great Yarmouth. However, amidst the chaos and devastation stands an awe-inspiring sight - a reredos with figures of Christ remains undamaged within the ruins of a 12th-century church. This powerful symbol serves as a testament to resilience and unwavering faith even in times of immense hardship. The photograph encapsulates not only the physical damage caused by war but also highlights how communities come together in times of crisis. Emergency services tirelessly worked through rubble and wreckage to rescue survivors and search for those still missing. Horace Grant's skillful capture freezes this moment forever, allowing us to reflect on both human strength and vulnerability during wartime. As we gaze upon these haunting ruins, let us remember those who endured unimaginable suffering while finding solace in their unyielding spirit. This Memory Lane Print serves as a somber reminder that even amidst darkness, hope can prevail – reminding us all that from ashes rise stories of resilience etched into history's pages.
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