Poster Print : Y. M. C. A. Canteen in Wiltshire
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Y. M. C. A. Canteen in Wiltshire
Soldiers in Codford St. Mary, Wiltshire, gathered outside a canteen, formerly a Womens Institute meeting-place and a barnyard.
1940
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Media ID 14405502
© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
Association Canteen Canteens Effort Mens Morale Sep16 Wiltshire Ymca Codford
18x24 inch Poster Print
Step back in time with our vintage Y.M.C.A. Canteen Poster Print from the Media Storehouse collection. This captivating image, taken in Codford St. Mary, Wiltshire, in 1940, depicts soldiers gathered outside a canteen that once served as a Women's Institute meeting place and a barnyard. The illustration, sourced from Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans from Mary Evans Prints Online, beautifully captures the spirit of camaraderie and community during wartime. Bring the history of this significant moment into your home or office with this timeless and authentic poster print.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 61.6cm x 46.3cm (24.3" x 18.2")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures a moment of respite and camaraderie during the tumultuous days of World War II. Taken in the quaint village of Codford St. Mary, Wiltshire, in 1940, the image shows a group of soldiers gathered outside the Y.M.C.A. canteen. The building, which once served as a Women's Institute meeting-place and a barnyard, now stands as a vital hub of support for the troops, providing a much-needed morale boost during their time at the front. The soldiers, dressed in their uniforms and bearing the weight of war on their faces, engage in animated conversation, their laughter echoing through the quiet English countryside. The Y.M.C.A. canteen, a symbol of the home front's unwavering support for the troops, offers a brief reprieve from the harsh realities of war. The sight of these young men, huddled together in a community setting, underscores the importance of the home front's role in sustaining the morale and well-being of the soldiers. The Young Men's Christian Association, a non-profit organization, played a crucial role in providing essential services to the troops during World War II. From recreational activities and educational programs to food and shelter, the Y.M.C.A. offered a vital lifeline for soldiers far from home. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by the soldiers and the unwavering support of the home front during the 2nd World War.
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