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Photographic Print : PIGGLY WIGGLY FIRE, 1923. Firefighters battling a fire at a Piggly-Wiggly self-service
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PIGGLY WIGGLY FIRE, 1923. Firefighters battling a fire at a Piggly-Wiggly self-service
PIGGLY WIGGLY FIRE, 1923.
Firefighters battling a fire at a Piggly-Wiggly self-service supermarket, 1923
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Media ID 13138899
1923 Birds Eye View Destruction Fire Firefighter Flame Grocery Hose Store Supermarket Truck Water
10"x8" (25x20cm) Photo Print
Step back in time with this captivating photograph from The Granger Collection, showcasing the Piggly Wiggly Fire of 1923. Witness the bravery and determination of firefighters as they battle a blaze at a self-service supermarket, a groundbreaking innovation of its time. Add this vintage image to your home or office decor and bring a piece of historical intrigue and nostalgia to your space with the Media Storehouse range of Photographic Prints from Granger Art on Demand.
Ideal for framing, Australian made Photo Prints are produced on high-quality 270 gsm lustre photo paper which has a subtle shimmer adding a touch of elegance, designed to enhance their visual appeal.
Our Photo Prints are in a large range of sizes and are printed on Archival Quality Paper for excellent colour reproduction and longevity. They are ideal for framing (our Framed Prints use these) at a reasonable cost. Alternatives include cheaper Poster Prints and higher quality Fine Art Paper, the choice of which is largely dependant on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
Piggly Wiggly Fire, 1923 - A Glimpse into the Heroic Battle Against Destruction
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This photograph captures a pivotal moment in history - the Piggly Wiggly Fire of 1923. From a bird's eye view, we witness brave firefighters valiantly battling fierce flames that engulfed a Piggly-Wiggly self-service supermarket in America's South. The image transports us back to an era where daily life was drastically different from what we know today. The exterior of this early supermarket is depicted as it succumbs to devastation, with thick smoke billowing out and threatening nearby structures. Amidst the chaos, men clad in firefighting gear tirelessly wield hoses and strategically position their truck to combat the inferno. This snapshot not only showcases the intensity of the fire but also serves as a testament to human resilience and determination. It immortalizes these courageous individuals who risked their lives to protect both property and community. As we gaze upon this historic scene frozen in time, let us reflect on how far we have come since then. Today's modern supermarkets owe their existence, in part, to pioneers like Piggly Wiggly who revolutionized grocery shopping through self-service concepts. Granger Art on Demand has once again provided us with an invaluable glimpse into our past through this remarkable photograph - reminding us of the strength found within communities when faced with adversity.
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