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Wartime preparations at the Dental Hospital in Newcastle when students took part in a
Wartime preparations at the Dental Hospital in Newcastle when students took part in a very different kind of drill - filling sandbags in case of air raids.
31/08/1939
NCJ
NCJ Archive
Mirrorpix
Newcastle Upon Tyne
Tyne and Wear
England
Media ID 21641771
© Mirrorpix
1939 Air Raid Precautions Air Raid Shelter Construction Dentist Small Group Of People Air Raid
14"x16" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x10" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
Estimated Product Size is 40.6cm x 35.6cm (16" x 14")
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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Wartime Preparations at the Dental Hospital in Newcastle - A Glimpse into Life on the Home Front
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This print takes us back to the 1930s, specifically August 31st, 1939, when tensions were rising and war was looming over Europe. In this snapshot from Memory Lane Prints, we witness a very different kind of drill taking place at the Dental Hospital in Newcastle. As dental students gather together, their white coats contrasting against the backdrop of sandbags piled high around them, it becomes evident that they are not preparing for routine procedures. Instead, these young men and women are actively participating in wartime preparations by filling sandbags to fortify their surroundings against potential air raids. The image captures both determination and unity as these future dentists work diligently side by side. Their faces reflect a mix of seriousness and resilience; they understand the gravity of their task. With each bag filled with sand, they contribute to building a protective shield for themselves and those seeking refuge within this hospital turned air raid shelter. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of how ordinary individuals willingly stepped up during times of crisis. It showcases the unwavering spirit displayed by countless people on the home front during World War II – whether it be soldiers or civilians like these aspiring dentists who found themselves thrust into unexpected roles. Preserved through time thanks to NCJ's lensmanship, this historical moment encapsulates an era where construction efforts went beyond buildings alone; they extended towards safeguarding lives
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