Leachs knitting booklet - garments for scouts, WW1
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Leachs knitting booklet - garments for scouts, WW1
Front cover of a Leachs knitting booklet from the Great War period. This issue focuses on making clothing for scouts who were an important part of the war effort at home. Date: c.1915
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Booklet Effort Garments Jumper Jumpers Knitted Knitting Leachs Woollen Woolly Scout Scouting Scouts
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative cover image from a Leach's knitting booklet dates back to the Great War era, around 1915. During this time, scouting played an essential role in supporting the war effort at home. Scouts, both boys and girls, were actively involved in various community projects, including knitting garments for soldiers at the front. The front cover of this particular booklet showcases a selection of knitted jumpers designed specifically for scouts. The image captures the spirit of the time, with the scouts depicted in their uniforms, proudly holding up their handmade creations. The jumpers, made from woolly and woollen materials, would have provided both warmth and a sense of camaraderie for the young scouts involved in this worthwhile cause. The knitting booklet, published by Leach's, was an essential resource for scouts and their families during this period. It offered clear instructions and patterns for creating these garments, ensuring that the efforts of the scouts were both productive and effective. The booklet's focus on making clothing for scouts is a testament to the importance of community involvement and resourcefulness during the challenging times of the First World War. This historical artifact offers a glimpse into the past, reminding us of the resilience and determination of individuals during times of conflict. It also highlights the role of knitting and scouting in fostering a sense of unity and purpose within communities, making it an invaluable piece of both wartime and scouting history.
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