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WW2 - London Auxiliary Ambulance Service Driver on the farm
WW2 - British Home front, October 1941 - Mrs John Steel, daughter of Sir Bernard Spilsbury, British Pathologist, lends her hand to the war effort. A member of the London Auxiliary Ambulance Service (L.A.A.S.) as a Driver, she is seen here on the land of a Hospital Farm in Essex (where she is stationed), helping to dig potatoes. Date: 1941
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This photograph, taken in October 1941, showcases the indomitable spirit of the British Home Front during World War II. Mrs. John Steel, the daughter of renowned British pathologist Sir Bernard Spilsbury, proudly dons her London Auxiliary Ambulance Service (L.A.A.S.) uniform as she lends a hand to the war effort in an unexpected way. Stationed at a Hospital Farm in Essex, she is seen here with a jolly expression on her face as she helps dig potatoes from the rich, fertile soil. The image conveys a positive message of unity, resilience, and the collective effort to keep the British people going amidst the hardships of war. Mrs. Steel's cheerful demeanor and her elegant outfit, complete with a cap, brake lever, and boots, add to the overall charm of this evocative snapshot from the 1940s. This photograph serves as a reminder of the myriad ways in which ordinary people contributed to the war effort, and the importance of maintaining morale during challenging times.
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