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Winter work indoors. Sorting Majestic seed potatoes - a job for the snowy weather
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Winter work indoors. Sorting Majestic seed potatoes - a job for the snowy weather
Winter work indoors. Sorting Majestic seed potatoes - a job for the snowy weather on W Rogers farm at Horton Kirby in Kent. 10 February 1947
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In this photograph, we are transported back to a snowy winter day on W Rogers farm in Horton Kirby, Kent. The year is 1947, just after the end of World War II, and the memory lane exhibition showcases the hard work that took place during those times. As we gaze at this snapshot frozen in time, we witness a group of dedicated farm workers engaged in their winter task - sorting majestic seed potatoes. The scene unfolds indoors as these resilient individuals huddle together amidst the dark backdrop. With baskets and sacks surrounding them, they meticulously examine each tuber with great care and precision. Their weathered hands move swiftly through the pile of potatoes as they separate them based on size and quality. This image not only captures an important moment in English rural life but also symbolizes post-war industry and agriculture. It serves as a reminder of the resilience displayed by farmers during challenging times when every crop mattered for sustenance. As we admire this piece from John Topham's collection at TopFoto, it transports us to an era where manual labor was essential for survival. It reminds us of our roots and honors those who worked tirelessly to provide for their communities. This print encapsulates a chapter from our past that should never be forgotten - one that celebrates hard work, dedication, and unity within farming communities across England's picturesque countryside.
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