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People gather around the Ministry of Information van parked outside the Coventry
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People gather around the Ministry of Information van parked outside the Coventry
People gather around the Ministry of Information van parked outside the Coventry Hippodrome Theatre in Hales Street to hear announcements and advice sent out via a loud speaker system and a microphone. Lady Herberts Garden can be seen in the distance. 18th November 1940
Staff
Coventry Telegraph Archive
Mirrorpix
Coventry
England
WA*5500700
Media ID 21611597
© Mirrorpix
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EDITORS COMMENTS
In this print titled "People gather around the Ministry of Information van parked outside the Coventry Hippodrome Theatre in Hales Street" we are transported back to a significant moment in history. It is November 18th, 1940, during the height of World War II and amidst relentless air raids on Coventry. The image captures a scene filled with both anticipation and resilience. A crowd has gathered around the Ministry of Information van, eager to hear announcements and advice being broadcasted through a loudspeaker system and microphone. The van stands as a symbol of hope and reassurance amid the chaos that surrounds them. As we gaze at this snapshot frozen in time, our eyes are drawn beyond the bustling crowd towards Lady Herberts Garden visible in the distance. Despite their current circumstances, it serves as a reminder that life continues even amidst destruction. This photograph encapsulates not only the physical devastation caused by war but also highlights humanity's ability to come together in times of crisis. The determination etched on each face tells stories of courage and unity against all odds. Staff from Memory Lane Prints have skillfully captured this poignant moment from history, allowing us to reflect upon an era marked by sacrifice and resilience. It serves as a powerful reminder that even during dark times, communities can find strength within one another.
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