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Children sleeping in hammocks in the London Underground during a German air raid, World War II, 1940-1941 (b / w photo)
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Children sleeping in hammocks in the London Underground during a German air raid, World War II, 1940-1941 (b / w photo)
6014638 Children sleeping in hammocks in the London Underground during a German air raid, World War II, 1940-1941 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Children sleeping in hammocks in the London Underground during a German air raid, World War II, 1940-1941. Illustration from News in Our Time 1896-1946, Golden Jubilee Book of the Daily Mail (Associated Newspapers Ltd, London, 1946).); © Look and Learn
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1940 1949 19401949 1940s Aerial Warfare Air Raid Asleep Blitz Bombardment Bombed Bombing Bombing Raids Bombing War Bombings Caring Compassionate Dormant Doze Falling Asleep Forties Hammocks Home Front London Underground Napping Nineteen Forties Peaceful Second World War Sheltering Tenderness The Forties Warden Wartime World War 2 World War Ii World War Two Wwii Years 1940 Years 40 Years Forty
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This photograph captures a poignant scene from the heart of World War II. In the midst of a German air raid, children find solace and safety in the unlikely refuge of hammocks within the London Underground. The image showcases their innocence amidst chaos, as they peacefully sleep, oblivious to the dangers that surround them. Taken by an English photographer during 1940-1941, this powerful snapshot offers a glimpse into life on the home front during wartime. It was featured in "News in Our Time 1896-1946" a Golden Jubilee Book published by Associated Newspapers Ltd in London. The image speaks volumes about resilience and adaptability as families sought shelter underground during bombing raids. The sight of these young ones peacefully dozing off serves as a reminder of both their vulnerability and unwavering spirit. In this early to mid-twentieth-century photograph, we witness history unfolding before our eyes – an era defined by warfare and sacrifice. It symbolizes not only the strength of those who endured but also highlights how childhood can persist even amid adversity. The presence of hammocks adds an element of comfort amidst uncertainty, offering respite from fear for these little souls seeking refuge below ground. This piece is a testament to human endurance and reminds us that even in times of darkness, there is always room for hope and tranquility.
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