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Female ambulance staff training volunteers, September 1939
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Female ambulance staff training volunteers, September 1939
An " ambulance girl" in full uniform explains the operation of the gas mask to two female volunteers in the newly formed All-India Ambulance unit. The Sphere reports that the All-India unit was visited last week by the chief ambulance officer Mr A G Hillman. Date: 1939
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September 1939: Preparing for War - Female Volunteers Receive Gas Mask Training in the All-India Ambulance Unit Amidst the looming shadows of World War II, the spirit of service and dedication was palpable as the All-India Ambulance Unit welcomed its latest recruits. In this evocative photograph, an "ambulance girl" in her full uniform, with a serious expression and a sense of purpose, instructs two young female volunteers on the intricacies of operating a gas mask. The trio is captured in the dimly lit room, the only light emanating from a solitary lamp, casting long, dramatic shadows on the walls. The All-India Ambulance Unit, which was visited the previous week by the esteemed Chief Ambulance Officer, Mr. A.G. Hillman, was gearing up for the challenges that lay ahead. The volunteers, dressed in their smart uniforms, were eager to learn and contribute to the war effort in any way they could. The training session was a crucial step in preparing them for the potential hazards they might face during their service. The Sphere reported that the All-India Ambulance Unit was making significant strides in its preparations, with volunteers from all walks of life coming forward to offer their assistance. The unit's primary objective was to provide essential medical aid to the wounded and injured during the conflict. The women in this photograph, with their determined expressions and unwavering commitment, are a testament to the indomitable spirit of the volunteers who answered the call to duty in these uncertain times.
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