Fine Art Print : Y. M. C. A. Canteen in Wiltshire
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Y. M. C. A. Canteen in Wiltshire
Soldiers in Codford St. Mary, Wiltshire, gathered outside a canteen, formerly a Womens Institute meeting-place and a barnyard.
1940
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Media ID 14405502
© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
Association Canteen Canteens Effort Mens Morale Sep16 Wiltshire Ymca Codford
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with this evocative Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse, featuring an illustration of a YMCA canteen in Codford St. Mary, Wiltshire, as published by Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans from Mary Evans Prints Online. Soldiers gathered outside the repurposed Women's Institute meeting-place and barnyard in 1940, creating a poignant image of camaraderie and community during wartime. Bring the history and charm of this moment into your home with our high-quality Fine Art Print, perfect for adding character to any room.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures a moment of respite and camaraderie during the tumultuous days of World War II. Taken in the quaint village of Codford St. Mary, Wiltshire, in 1940, the image shows a group of soldiers gathered outside the Y.M.C.A. canteen. The building, which once served as a Women's Institute meeting-place and a barnyard, now stands as a vital hub of support for the troops, providing a much-needed morale boost during their time at the front. The soldiers, dressed in their uniforms and bearing the weight of war on their faces, engage in animated conversation, their laughter echoing through the quiet English countryside. The Y.M.C.A. canteen, a symbol of the home front's unwavering support for the troops, offers a brief reprieve from the harsh realities of war. The sight of these young men, huddled together in a community setting, underscores the importance of the home front's role in sustaining the morale and well-being of the soldiers. The Young Men's Christian Association, a non-profit organization, played a crucial role in providing essential services to the troops during World War II. From recreational activities and educational programs to food and shelter, the Y.M.C.A. offered a vital lifeline for soldiers far from home. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by the soldiers and the unwavering support of the home front during the 2nd World War.
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