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Evacuated children in Wye, Kent, England. 1939 / 40
Evacuated children in Wye, Kent, England.
1939/40
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Media ID 10986289
© John Topham / TopFoto.co.uk
Boys Child Children Countryside Elderly Evacuee Girl Girls Little Old Man Operation Pied Piper Play Playing Rural September 1939 World War Two Ww2 Second World War Ww2 Wwii World War Two Youth
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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Evacuated children in Wye, Kent, England. 1939/40
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This poignant print captures a significant moment in history during the early days of World War II. In the midst of uncertainty and fear, these brave young souls were evacuated from their homes in urban areas to seek refuge in the peaceful countryside of Wye, Kent. The image showcases a group of boys and girls, ranging from little ones to teenagers, as they engage in playful activities amidst the rural landscape. Their innocent smiles and carefree demeanor serve as a stark contrast to the turmoil unfolding around them. In this snapshot frozen in time, we witness both resilience and vulnerability. The presence of an elderly man suggests that communities came together to support these displaced children during such challenging times. This photograph serves as a powerful reminder of Operation Pied Piper – one of the largest mass evacuations ever undertaken – which aimed to protect civilians from potential bombings by relocating them away from major cities. As we delve into this historical treasure captured by John Topham, let us reflect on the bravery exhibited by these young evacuees who found solace amidst unfamiliar surroundings while their lives were forever altered by war's relentless grip.
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