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Fore Street, Devonport, Plymouth, Devon, after an air raid during The Blitz in
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Fore Street, Devonport, Plymouth, Devon, after an air raid during The Blitz in
Fore Street, Devonport, Plymouth, Devon, after an air raid
during The Blitz in World War Two.
To the right you can see the remains of Hocking Piano Shop. Frederick Hocking founded the pianoforte and music dealership in Fore Street, Devonport.
Picture taken 23rd April 1941
Lewis
Daily Mirror
Mirrorpix
Plymouth
Devon
England
Reach PLC B/W 4334.jpg
Media ID 21883707
© Mirrorpix
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This poignant print captures the devastating aftermath of an air raid during The Blitz in World War Two. Taken on April 23rd, 1941, it showcases Fore Street, Devonport, Plymouth, Devon in ruins. To the right of the frame stands the remnants of Hocking Piano Shop, a once-thriving establishment founded by Frederick Hocking himself. The image serves as a stark reminder of the destructive power unleashed upon this historic street. The bombed-out buildings and debris scattered across the road bear witness to the horrors experienced during this tumultuous period in history. It is a testament to both human resilience and tragedy. As we gaze at this snapshot frozen in time from the 1940s, we are transported back to an era defined by conflict and fortitude. The Second World War had engulfed nations worldwide, leaving behind scars that would take years to heal. While this photograph does not mention commercial use or delve into details about Hocking Piano Shop's operations before its destruction, it allows us to reflect on how war can indiscriminately shatter lives and livelihoods alike. Through Lewis' lens, we are granted a glimpse into one small corner of wartime devastation - a scene that encapsulates both loss and hope for rebuilding amidst chaos. In preserving such historical moments through prints like these from Memory Lane Prints, we honor those who lived through these difficult times while reminding ourselves never to forget their sacrifices nor repeat past mistakes.
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