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Poster Print : Blitz in London -- AFS personnel receiving treatment, WW2
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Blitz in London -- AFS personnel receiving treatment, WW2
With the Blitz still at its height, Londons firefighters and fire support crews are removed to local hospitals for emergency treatment after receiving injuries fighting the fires started by enemy bombing
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© London Fire Brigade / Mary Evans Picture Library
1941 Attention Blitz Bombed Bombing Crews Emergency Fires Hospitals Injured Injuries Injury Personnel Raid Treatment Waiting Wound Wounded Firefighter Firefighters Firefighting Fireman Firemen
A4 (29.7 x 21cm) Poster Print
Introducing the Media Storehouse collection of historic poster prints, featuring the evocative image "Blitz in London -- AFS personnel receiving treatment, WW2." This powerful photograph, sourced from the London Fire Brigade / Mary Evans Mary Evans Picture Library via Mary Evans Prints Online, captures a poignant moment during the height of the Blitz in London. The brave men and women of the Auxiliary Fire Service (AFS) are seen receiving essential medical treatment in a local hospital after sustaining injuries while valiantly fighting the fires ignited by enemy air raids. This inspiring image is a testament to the resilience and determination of the people of London during wartime. Add this historic poster print to your collection and honor the heroism and sacrifice of those who bravely faced the challenges of the past.
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Estimated Product Size is 30.3cm x 21.6cm (11.9" x 8.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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Amidst the chaos and destruction of the Blitz in London during World War II, the brave men and women of the London Fire Brigade (LFB) worked tirelessly to extinguish the fires started by enemy bombing raids. As the intensity of the bombings reached its peak in 1940 and 1941, the physical demands of their work took a toll on the firefighters and support crews, leaving many injured. In this poignant photograph, AFS personnel, a vital component of the LFB, are seen receiving medical attention at a local hospital. Their faces bear the marks of exhaustion and injury, a testament to their courage and dedication in the face of danger. The image captures a moment of respite and care amidst the turmoil of war, as these brave individuals receive the attention they need to recover and return to the front lines. The Blitz, a relentless campaign of aerial bombing, had begun in September 1940 and continued until May 1941. The bombing raids left a trail of devastation throughout London, with buildings reduced to rubble and countless lives disrupted. Despite the danger, the firefighters and support crews of the LFB remained steadfast in their duty, putting their own safety on the line to protect their city and its people. This photograph is a powerful reminder of the sacrifices made by the brave men and women of the London Fire Brigade during the Blitz, and the essential role they played in the war effort. It also highlights the importance of medical care and attention during wartime, as these individuals received the treatment they needed to continue their vital work and contribute to the eventual Allied victory.
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