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Canvas Print : Evacuated children in Wye, Kent, walking down a country road. 1939 / 40
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Evacuated children in Wye, Kent, walking down a country road. 1939 / 40
Evacuated children in Wye, Kent, walking down a country road.
1939/40
TopFoto independent historic photographs and images all subjects and eras
Media ID 10985920
© John Topham / TopFoto.co.uk
Boys Cane Child Children Countryside Elderly Evacuee Girl Girls Little Old Man Operation Pied Piper Play Playing Rural September 1939 Walking Stick World War Two Ww2 Second World War Ww2 Wwii World War Two Youth
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
"Step back in time with our stunning Media Storehouse Canvas Print featuring the poignant image of 'Evacuated children in Wye, Kent, walking down a country road. 1939/40' by John Topham from TopFoto. This captivating piece of history brings to life the stories of the evacuee children during World War II. The high-quality canvas print is vibrant and detailed, allowing the emotions and history of the moment to come alive in your home. Add a touch of history and character to your space with this unique and beautiful addition to your collection."
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This poignant print captures a moment frozen in time during the tumultuous years of World War II. Taken by John Topham, it showcases a group of evacuated children walking down a serene country road in Wye, Kent, in 1939 or 1940. The image transports us back to an era when innocence was overshadowed by the harsh realities of war. The boys and girls, their faces filled with curiosity and apprehension, are accompanied by an elderly man who leans on his cane for support. Their small figures against the vast rural backdrop symbolize both vulnerability and resilience. In this snapshot of history, we witness the impact of Operation Pied Piper - a massive effort to relocate children from urban areas deemed at risk from bombings to safer countryside locations. These young evacuees were uprooted from their homes and families in search of protection amidst uncertain times. Yet despite their circumstances, there is still room for playfulness as some children can be seen engaging in innocent games along the way. This juxtaposition serves as a reminder that even amid adversity, youth will always find ways to embrace joy. Topham's photograph not only documents an important chapter in European history but also evokes emotions that transcend time. It stands as a testament to the strength and resilience displayed by these young souls forced into maturity too soon.
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