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Bridges Quote by Ernie Pyle

“Below us the Thames grew lighter, and all around below…” quote by Ernie Pyle — Download Open image

“Below us the Thames grew lighter, and all around below were the shadows - the dark shadows of buildings and bridges that formed the base of this dreadful masterpiece.”

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