LONDON, Großbritannien — in den historischen Churchill war Rooms, dem unterirdischen Komplex, der während des Zweiten Weltkriegs als Kommandozentrale der britischen Regierung diente, zeigt sich der Cabinet war Room und der Map Room, der in ihrem ursprünglichen Zustand erhalten wurde.
7360 x 4912 px | 62,3 x 41,6 cm | 24,5 x 16,4 inches | 300dpi
Aufnahmedatum:
22. September 2018
Ort:
Imperial War Museums Churchill War Rooms, London, United Kingdom
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Photograph by David Coleman. The Churchill War Rooms, a branch of the Imperial War Museums, offers visitors a unique glimpse into the nerve center of British military operations during World War II. Located in Westminster, London, this underground bunker complex served as the secret command center for the British government and the site where Prime Minister Winston Churchill and his staff strategized and coordinated the Allied war effort. Constructed in 1938 as tensions in Europe escalated, the War Rooms became fully operational in August 1939, just days before Britain declared war on Germany. The complex, situated beneath the Treasury building, remained in continuous use throughout the war, finally closing in August 1945 after Japan's surrender. The facility comprises several key areas, including the Cabinet Room where Churchill and his war cabinet met, the Map Room which was staffed around the clock to track the progress of the war, and Churchill's private bedroom. The Transatlantic Telephone Room, disguised as a private toilet, allowed Churchill to speak securely with U.S. President Franklin D. Roosevelt. In 1984, the Imperial War Museum opened the War Rooms to the public, meticulously preserving the original wartime atmosphere. The Churchill Museum, added in 2005, occupies a large area within the complex and provides an in-depth look at Churchill's life and legacy through interactive exhibits and a vast collection of artifacts. Visitors can explore the labyrinth of rooms and corridors, seeing firsthand the spartan conditions under which critical decisions were made. The preservation extends to details such as maps with pinned markers, official documents, and personal items belonging to staff members, offering an authentic representation of wartime operations. The Churchill War Rooms not only serve as a testament to Britain's resilience during World War II but also provide valuable insights into the leadership and strategic planning that contributed to the Allied
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