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The Blitz. Hull. Yorkshire. August 1940. Picture shows the remains of a
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The Blitz. Hull. Yorkshire. August 1940. Picture shows the remains of a
The Blitz. Hull. Yorkshire. August 1940.
Picture shows the remains of a bomb damaged Post Office, Hull. No actual street name available.
The city of Hull spent more than 1, 000 hours under alert during raids from 19 June 1940 to 1945, with almost 1, 200 people in the city killed as a result of the bombing.
Useful link to Hull during The Blitz, gives various streets and dates of incidences.
http://www.heroesofhull.co.uk/pages/blitz/1943_Raids.php
Picture taken 19th August 1940
Hull Daily Mail
Mirrorpix
Kingston Upon Hull
East Riding of Yorkshire
England
WW2 B/W Print Reach plc -310
Media ID 21885095
© Mirrorpix
1940 Attack Attack From The Skies Blitz Bomb Bomb Damage Bombed Damage Devastation Luftwaffe Mess Post Office Ruin Ruins The Blitz Air Raid
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This poignant print captures the aftermath of a devastating air raid during The Blitz in Hull, Yorkshire, in August 1940. The image showcases the remains of a bomb-damaged Post Office, standing as a haunting symbol of destruction and loss. With no specific street name available, it serves as a reminder that countless areas were affected by this relentless attack. During the five-year period from June 1940 to 1945, Hull endured over 1,000 hours under alert due to raids. Tragically, nearly 1,200 lives were lost as a result of the bombing campaign. This photograph offers us a glimpse into the chaos and devastation experienced by the city's residents during this dark chapter in history. The link provided offers further insight into Hull's experience during The Blitz, providing details about various streets and dates impacted by these harrowing events. It is an invaluable resource for those seeking to understand the scale and impact of this wartime tragedy. Taken on August 19th, 1940—amidst one of many attacks—the picture stands as both a testament to human resilience and an enduring reminder of the horrors faced during World War II. Preserved through time by Mirrorpix's Memory Lane Prints collection, it allows us to reflect upon our shared history and honor those who lived through such trying times.
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