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I've Got Sixpence As I Go Rolling Home
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I've Got Sixpence As I Go Rolling Home
An illustrated WW2 music sheet cover for I've Got Sixpence (As I Go Rolling Home), words and music by Box, Cox and Hall. Featured and broadcast by Billy Cotton and his band, seen pictured in the portrait photograph. The image shows a cheeky British soldier opening up his hands to reveal a sixpence. Date: circa 1941
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1941 Band Billy Bradbury Broadcast Charing Cheeky Cotton Featured Hands Opening Pictured Reveal Rolling Sheet Sixpence Words
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This charming print captures the essence of wartime Britain with its playful depiction of a cheeky British soldier holding out a sixpence as he goes rolling home. The illustrated WW2 music sheet cover for "I've Got Sixpence" by Box, Cox and Hall is brought to life in this portrait photograph, featuring the iconic image broadcast by Billy Cotton and his band during the 1940s.
The soldier's mischievous grin and outstretched hands add a touch of whimsy to the scene, evoking feelings of nostalgia for a time gone by. The details in the illustration, from the soldier's uniform to the intricate design on the sixpence itself, speak volumes about life during World War II.
As we gaze upon this piece of history frozen in time, we are reminded of the resilience and spirit of those who lived through such tumultuous times. The image serves as a poignant reminder of sacrifice and camaraderie that defined an era marked by uncertainty and hardship.
Displayed proudly in any space, this print is not just a beautiful piece of art but also a powerful symbol of strength and unity in the face of adversity. It stands as a testament to the courage and determination that carried people through one of humanity's darkest hours.
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