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Crater and damage to the newsagent at the junction with Goddard Avenue and Woodlands
Crater and damage to the newsagent at the junction with Goddard Avenue and Woodlands, Hull, following a heavy over night raid 14th March 1941
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Hull Daily Mail
Mirrorpix
Kingston Upon Hull
East Riding of Yorkshire
England
Media ID 21771587
© Mirrorpix
1941 Air Raid Damage Shops The Blitz Yorkshire War And Conflict
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Crater and Damage - A Glimpse into the Ravages of War in 1940s England
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. This poignant print captures the aftermath of a devastating air raid that struck Hull on the night of March 14th, 1941. At the junction with Goddard Avenue and Woodlands, a newsagent's shop stands as a stark reminder of the destructive power unleashed during World War Two. The image reveals an enormous crater dominating the foreground, evidence of an explosive impact that tore through buildings and lives alike. The once bustling newsagent now lies in ruins, its windows shattered, walls crumbling under the weight of destruction. This scene is emblematic of countless others across Yorkshire and throughout Britain during this tumultuous time. As part of "the Blitz" a relentless bombing campaign by German forces targeting strategic locations across the United Kingdom, Hull suffered greatly. The city became one of many casualties in Hitler's attempt to break British morale and disrupt their war effort. This photograph serves as a testament to resilience amidst adversity; it showcases how ordinary people faced unimaginable challenges on their home front. Despite such devastation, communities rallied together to rebuild what had been lost - brick by brick - demonstrating unwavering strength in unity. Preserved through Memory Lane Prints' collection, this powerful image transports us back to an era defined by conflict but also marked by indomitable spirit. It reminds us never to forget those who endured immense hardships during World War Two while inspiring gratitude for our present-day peace and
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