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Blitz in London -- Kennington Park Road, WW2
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Blitz in London -- Kennington Park Road, WW2
Blitz in London -- junction of Kennington Park Road and Harleyford Road, damaged by a high explosive bomb on 22 March 1944. Date: 1944
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1944 Blitz Bomb Bombed Bombing Crane Damaged Debris Explosive Fires Gear Junction Kennington Lifting Lights Mess Policeman Premises Raid Rubble Ruin Ruined Traffic Vehicles Firefighter Firefighters Firefighting Fireman Firemen
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This evocative photograph captures the aftermath of a devastating bombing raid during the Second World War in London, specifically at the junction of Kennington Park Road and Harleyford Road on 22 March 1944. The image shows the destruction caused by a high explosive bomb, with the ruins of damaged buildings and debris scattered across the street. Firefighters from the London Fire Brigade are hard at work, using cranes and lifting gear to clear the rubble and make the area safe. Firemen in uniforms and helmets are seen working diligently to extinguish any remaining flames, while a policeman stands guard to maintain order amidst the chaos. Traffic lights lie crushed under the debris, and vehicles are parked haphazardly on the side of the road, adding to the sense of disarray. The air raid sirens have fallen silent for now, but the damage wrought by the bombing is a stark reminder of the ongoing conflict on the Home Front during the 1940s. This powerful image offers a glimpse into the resilience and determination of the emergency services during the Blitz, as they worked tirelessly to keep Londoners safe amidst the devastation of the war.
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