Shot from Above
Aerial Aspects of London Product Code: 51219Authors: Steven Brindle and Damian Grady
During and after the Second World War the RAF undertook a remarkable aerial survey, mapping the whole of the British Isles. Published here for the first time, a selection of these photographs focusing on London reveals the havoc wreaked by the Luftwaffe. Earlier historic aerial views from the National Monuments Record and the Royal Aeronautical Society from early balloon photos to images from the 1930s are also included in the book. Just as remarkable are the contemporary shots, taken from a helicopter by English Heritages aerial reconnaissance team led by Damian Grady, who have either recreated these views or produced ones that complement the earlier photographs. The historic shots and their modern equivalents show us a city of constant change. Fascinating commentary is provided by London historian Steven Brindle, who details the remarkable transformation the city has undergone during the last 60 years.
Hardback, 304 pages
