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French scouts boarding a train, Paris, France
French scouts with their backpacks, boarding a train at the Gare St Lazare, Paris, France. Date: 1947
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1947 Activities Activity Backpack Backpacks Boarding Gare Lazare Luggage Platform Postwar Scout Scouting Scouts
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This evocative photograph captures a moment in time as French scouts, dressed in their distinctive uniforms and bearing their backpacks, board a train at the Gare St Lazare in Paris, France, in 1947. The post-war era is palpable in the scene, with the scouts' sense of adventure and camaraderie a beacon of hope and optimism in the aftermath of the hardships of the previous decade. The train station, a bustling hub of activity, serves as a gateway to new experiences and opportunities for these young explorers. The boys' backpacks, filled with essentials for their outdoor pursuits, are carefully stowed in the luggage rack of the train carriage, ready for the journey ahead. The steam train, a symbol of progress and transportation, chugs along in the background, adding to the sense of excitement and anticipation. This image offers a glimpse into the past, showcasing the enduring spirit of scouting and the allure of travel, even in the most challenging of circumstances.
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