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Mouse Mat : Waiting to Evacuate
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Waiting to Evacuate
A matron who has temporarily looked after a group of young children watches over them as they sit on steps with their belongings packed, ready to be evacuated to the country
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Mouse Pad
Standard Size Mouse Pad 7.75" x 9..25". High density Neoprene w linen surface. Easy to clean, stain resistant finish. Rounded corners.
Archive quality photographic print in a durable wipe clean mouse mat with non slip backing. Works with all computer mice
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 18.9cm x 23.7cm (7.4" x 9.3")
Estimated Product Size is 20.2cm x 23.7cm (8" x 9.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This poignant photograph captures the moment of quiet anticipation before the start of a long and uncertain journey. Taken in 1940 during the height of the Second World War in Britain, the image shows a matron, her expression filled with concern and determination, watching over a group of young children as they sit on the steps of a building, their belongings packed neatly beside them. The children, dressed in coats and hats, appear both vulnerable and resilient, their faces reflecting a mix of emotions - from apprehension to excitement, as they prepare to be evacuated from their homes and taken to the safety of the countryside. The historical significance of this image lies in the larger context of the evacuation of children from urban areas during the war, an event that became a defining moment in British history. The children, many of whom were separated from their families, were sent to live with foster families and in schools in rural areas, away from the threat of bombing raids and air attacks. The evacuation was a massive logistical undertaking, with over three million children and adults evacuated from cities and towns between September 1939 and May 1940. The matron in the photograph, with her watchful gaze and steady hand, embodies the spirit of care and protection that defined the evacuation efforts. Her temporary role as a guardian and caregiver underscores the collective effort of the community to ensure the safety and well-being of the most vulnerable members of society during a time of crisis. The image serves as a powerful reminder of the resilience and resourcefulness of the human spirit in the face of adversity, and the importance of coming together to support one another in times of need.
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