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The Central Telegraph Office in London through which more than a quarter of the total
The Central Telegraph Office in London through which more than a quarter of the total telegraph traffic of Britain passed, was totally destroyed by fire on the night of 29th - 30th December, 1940 following heavy intensive bombing by the German Luftwaffe over East London in what came to be known as the Second Great Fire of London.
Incendiary bombs which hit the building were put out by Post Office fire-fighters, but due to failure of the water supply, blazing debris from adjoining premises defeated the firefighters and only some apparatus and instruments were saved.
Within three weeks however, the service was fully restored in alternative accommodation.
30th December 1940
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Reach PLC
Mirrorpix
London
England
Media ID 21897053
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This print captures the devastating aftermath of the Second Great Fire of London during World War II. The image showcases the ruins of The Central Telegraph Office in London, a vital hub through which more than a quarter of Britain's telegraph traffic passed. On the fateful night of December 29th-30th, 1940, intense bombing by the German Luftwaffe over East London resulted in its complete destruction. Despite heroic efforts by Post Office fire-fighters to extinguish incendiary bombs that hit the building, they were ultimately overwhelmed by blazing debris from neighboring premises due to a failure in water supply. Only a few apparatus and instruments could be salvaged amidst this chaos. Remarkably, within just three weeks after this catastrophic event, alternative accommodation was found and the telegraph service was fully restored. This testament to resilience and determination reflects both the spirit of wartime Britain and the crucial role communication played during those challenging times. The photograph serves as a poignant reminder of not only the physical damage inflicted on cities during conflict but also highlights how communities rallied together to rebuild essential services amidst adversity. Preserved for posterity by Memory Lane Prints, it stands as an enduring symbol of strength and perseverance in one of history's darkest chapters - World War II.
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