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Residents of Le Havre seek refuge in the train tunnels, September 1940 (b / w photo)
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Residents of Le Havre seek refuge in the train tunnels, September 1940 (b / w photo)
STC368002 Residents of Le Havre seek refuge in the train tunnels, September 1940 (b/w photo) by French Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: from Der zweite Weltkrieg im Bild. Band I. Von Nurnberg bis Stalingrad, pub. by Burda, Druck & Verlag, 1952; The Battle of Britain; ); The Stapleton Collection; French, out of copyright
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This photograph captures a poignant moment in history during the tumultuous times of World War II. Taken by an anonymous French photographer in September 1940, it showcases the resilience and determination of the residents of Le Havre as they seek refuge in train tunnels. As bombs rained down upon their city, these brave individuals sought solace and safety underground. The image depicts a group of people huddled together on the tracks, finding temporary respite from the chaos above. They lie on makeshift beds with blankets spread across them, seeking comfort amidst uncertainty. The starkness of this monochrome photo adds to its emotional impact, highlighting both the vulnerability and strength exhibited by those caught up in war's relentless grip. It serves as a reminder that even in times of great adversity, humanity finds ways to endure and support one another. This powerful image is part of The Stapleton Collection and has been preserved within a private collection since its publication in Der zweite Weltkrieg im Bild (The Second World War in Pictures) by Burda Druck & Verlag in 1952. As we gaze upon this historical artifact today, let us remember the sacrifices made by ordinary people during extraordinary circumstances like these - their stories forever etched into our collective memory through photographs such as this one.
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