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The evacuation called Operation Pied Piper was the British government decision to

The evacuation called Operation Pied Piper was the British government decision to relocate its children out of urban centres to locations where the risk of bombing attacks was low or non-existent. Millions of people, most of them children, were shipped to rural areas in Britain as well as overseas to Canada, South Africa, Australia, New Zealand, and the United States. Almost 3 million people were evacuated during the first four days of the operation, making it the biggest and most concentrated population movement in British history.
Our picture shows. Schoolchildren evacuees at Moor Street Station, Birmingham before boarding trains for the East Midlands and rural Derbyshire.
1st September 1939

Staff
Birmingham Post and Mail Archive
Mirrorpix
Birmingham
West Midlands
England

Media ID 21844351

© Mirrorpix

1939 Evacuation Operation Pied Piper Schoolchildren Stations Train War And Conflict


20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print

"Step into history with our stunning fine art print from Media Storehouse's Collection. This evocative image captures the poignant moment of Operation Pied Piper, the British government's brave decision to evacuate children from urban areas during World War II. Each print is meticulously crafted with museum-quality materials, ensuring vibrant colors and sharp details that bring history to life. A must-have for history enthusiasts and art collectors alike." (Note: The above caption is written in a descriptive and engaging tone to attract potential customers to the product. It highlights the historical significance of the image and the quality of the print, without specifying the sizes.)

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.

Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.

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.


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EDITORS COMMENTS
The Evacuation: A Journey to Safety". In this poignant photo print, we are transported back to the historic moment of Operation Pied Piper during World War Two. It captures a significant chapter in British history when millions of children were uprooted from their urban homes and sent on a journey towards safety. The image showcases schoolchildren at Moor Street Station in Birmingham, eagerly awaiting their departure for the East Midlands and rural Derbyshire. Their innocent faces reflect a mix of emotions - excitement, apprehension, and perhaps even fear. Clutching onto their belongings tightly, they board trains that would take them away from the looming threat of bombing attacks. This photograph encapsulates the magnitude of this operation as it unfolded on September 1st, 1939. With almost three million people evacuated within just four days, it stands as the largest and most concentrated population movement ever witnessed in Britain. Beyond its historical significance lies a deeper narrative; one that speaks to resilience amidst adversity and unity in times of crisis. These brave children embarked on an uncertain journey with hope for a brighter future. Many found refuge not only within different parts of Britain but also overseas in Canada, South Africa, Australia, New Zealand, and the United States. As we gaze upon this snapshot frozen in time, let us remember those who endured such upheaval during World War Two – forever etching their stories into our collective memory.

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