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Comic Postcard - WW1 Home Front - Air Raid Alert - Take Cover - an eager volunteer
Comic Postcard - WW1 Home Front - Air Raid Alert - " Take Cover" - an eager volunteer warden shouts down an alert of any occupants of a Ladies Public Convenience! Date: circa 1917
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Comic Postcard - WW1 Home Front: "Take Cover" - An Eager Volunteer Warden Shouts Down an Alert in a Ladies Public Convenience! (circa 1917) Amidst the chaos and uncertainty of World War I, the home front was a scene of resilience and community spirit. This humorous postcard captures the moment an overzealous volunteer air raid warden shouts down an alert to the occupants of a Ladies Public Convenience, urging them to take cover. Dressed in uniform and wearing an armband, the warden's serious expression contrasts sharply with the surprised and amused reactions of the women inside. The scene is set on a busy street, with iron railings and the faint sound of sirens in the background, hinting at the imminent threat of a Zeppelin attack or bombardment. The women, some in elegant dresses and hats, scramble to comply with the warden's orders, while others seem more bemused than alarmed. This postcard offers a glimpse into the daily life of the home front during wartime, with its blend of humor and the ever-present danger of air raids. The image is a reminder of the community spirit and the importance of staying alert and prepared, even in the most unexpected of places.
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