Metal Print : Some of the Militiamen from Birmingham and the Midlands seen here being issued with their

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Some of the Militiamen from Birmingham and the Midlands seen here being issued with their

Some of the Militiamen from Birmingham and the Midlands seen here being issued with their uniforms at Whittington Barracks, Lichfield, this morning, to begin their six months training 15th July 1939
The Militiamen were the result of The Military Training Act 1939 which was an Act of Parliament passed by the Conservative administration on 26 May 1939, in a period of international tension that led to World War II. The Act applied to males aged 20 and 21 years old who were to be called up for six months full-time military training, and then transferred to the Reserve..
Men called up were to be known as militiamen to distinguish them from the regular army. To emphasise this distinction, each man was issued with a suit in addition to a uniform. The intention was for the first intake to undergo six months of basic training before being discharged into an active reserve. They would then be recalled for short training periods and attend annual camps.
There was one registration under the Act, of the first cohort of liable males, on Saturday 3 June 1939, and call-up for these men followed

Staff
Birmingham Post and Mail Archive
Mirrorpix
Lichfield
Staffordshire
England

Media ID 21841614

© Mirrorpix

1939 Coats Men Only Recruitment Recruits Stores Thirties Warwickshire Trenchcoat War And Conflict West Midlands

16"x20" (51x41cm) Metal Print

Step back in time with our exclusive Media Storehouse Metal Prints featuring the Militiamen from Birmingham and the Midlands. Witness the historic moment as these brave soldiers receive their uniforms from Memory Lane Prints staff at Whittington Barracks, Lichfield. Our high-quality metal prints bring history to life with vivid colors and stunning detail, making this an unforgettable addition to any home or office decor. Order yours today and relive the past with a piece of history right at your fingertips.

Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, our metal photo prints go beyond traditional canvases, adding a cool, modern touch to your space. Wall mount on back. Eco-friendly 100% post-consumer recycled ChromaLuxe aluminum surface. The thickness of the print is 0.045". Featuring a Scratch-resistant surface and Rounded corners. Backing hangers are attached to the back of the print and float the print 1/2-inch off the wall when hung, the choice of hanger may vary depending on size and International orders will come with Float Mount hangers only. Finished with a brilliant white high gloss surface for unsurpassed detail and vibrance. Printed using Dye-Sublimation and for best care we recommend a non-ammonia glass cleaner, water, or isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol to prevent harming the print surface. We recommend using a clean, lint-free cloth to wipe off the print. The ultra-hard surface is scratch-resistant, waterproof and weatherproof. Avoid direct sunlight exposure.

Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, metal prints bring images to life and add a modern touch to any space

Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")

Estimated Product Size is 51.4cm x 41.2cm (20.2" x 16.2")

These are individually made so all sizes are approximate

Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.

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EDITORS COMMENTS
This print takes us back to a significant moment in history - the morning of July 15th, 1939. We find ourselves at Whittington Barracks in Lichfield, witnessing an important event unfold. The image captures a group of determined-looking militiamen from Birmingham and the Midlands being issued with their uniforms. These young men were part of The Military Training Act 1939, enacted by the Conservative administration during a time of escalating international tension that would soon lead to World War II. This act required males aged 20 and 21 years old to undergo six months of full-time military training before being transferred to the Reserve. To distinguish them from regular army personnel, these newly enlisted individuals were known as militiamen. As seen in the photograph, each man was not only provided with a uniform but also received a suit as an additional distinguishing feature. The initial plan was for this first intake to complete their basic training before entering active reserve status. They would then be periodically called back for short training periods and annual camps. It is worth noting that on June 3rd, 1939, there was one registration under this act for the first cohort of eligible males followed by subsequent call-ups. This evocative print serves as a poignant reminder of those who answered their country's call during uncertain times and embarked on rigorous training to defend their homeland when it needed them most.

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