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South Western Hotel During Blitz

South Western Hotel During Blitz

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Unique ID:5491
Description:Photograph. The South Western Hotel was taken over by the Royal Navy in August 1940 and given the name HMS Shrapnel. It was used for various naval administrative purposes, and as a transit camp for naval personnel. This photograph was taken after an air raid on the 23rd November and shows some damage to the rear of the hotel and to the Terminus Station.
Creator:Unknown
Date:23/11/1940
Copyright:Associated British Ports plc
Partner:SCC Libraries
Partner ID:Unknown

 

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