Amazing Colour Footage Of London During The Blitz

IWM Staff

Monday 15 January 2018

This extraordinary colour footage of London's Piccadilly was shot by filmmaker Rosie Newman in 1940. Find out more about Rosie and her film, Britain at War.

Damage On Piccadilly

A London street scene along Piccadilly. Filmed by amateur filmmaker Rosie Newman as part of her film Britain At War.

Blitz Windows

London shop windows in Mayfair, specially designed to minimise damage during the Blitz. Filmed by amateur filmmaker Rosie Newman as part of her film Britain At War.

Damaged Buildings

Buildings along Piccadilly damaged by air raids. Filmed by amateur filmmaker Rosie Newman as part of her film Britain At War.

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