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A fire blazes at the Cold Storage building, Adam Street, Cardiff
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A fire blazes at the Cold Storage building, Adam Street, Cardiff
A fire blazes at the Cold Storage building, Adam Street, Cardiff, following a German air raid - Jan 1941
Western Mail Archive
Western Mail and Echo Copyright
Wales
Media ID 21543532
© Mirrorpix
Blaze Bombing Core19 Destroyed Fire Firemen Hose Ladder Spray Burn
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In this gripping print from Memory Lane Prints, we witness the sheer devastation caused by a German air raid during World War Two. The image captures the heart-wrenching moment when a fire blazes fiercely at the Cold Storage building on Adam Street in Cardiff, January 1941. The intensity of the blaze is evident as billows of smoke engulf the sky, creating an eerie backdrop against which brave firefighters battle to control and extinguish the inferno. With hoses in hand and ladders propped up against adjacent buildings, these courageous men risk their lives to save what remains of this once thriving structure. The scene is one of chaos and destruction; remnants of what was once a bustling hub now lie scattered amidst charred debris. The powerlessness felt by those witnessing such devastation is palpable through this photograph. This powerful image serves as a stark reminder of the horrors endured during wartime, where cities became battlegrounds and innocent civilians paid an unimaginable price for freedom. It stands as a testament to resilience, bravery, and sacrifice - qualities that defined an entire generation. As we gaze upon this haunting scene frozen in time, let us remember those who fought valiantly against all odds to protect their communities while vowing never to forget the lessons learned from our shared history.
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