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Gas attack exercise in London Road, Bognor
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Gas attack exercise in London Road, Bognor
[12 Jun 1941]. Showing the shop fronts of J H Dewhurst Ltd (butchers), Maypole Dairy Co Ltd, Lewis (tobacconist), Toogoods (ladies hairdresser), Mac Fisheries Ltd, and Pink and Sons (grocers). There is a Thomas Baldwin Ltd (electrical and radio engineers) van and a car (registration number FPO 88) parked in the street.
L Alouette Collection
West Sussex Record Office Ref No: L Alouette/A/1/2/124
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This print captures a gas attack exercise that took place on London Road in Bognor on 12th June 1941. The image showcases the bustling street, with shop fronts of iconic establishments such as J H Dewhurst Ltd (butchers), Maypole Dairy Co Ltd, Lewis (tobacconist), Toogoods (ladies hairdresser), Mac Fisheries Ltd, and Pink and Sons (grocers) lining the road. Amidst the chaos, a Thomas Baldwin Ltd van representing electrical and radio engineers can be seen parked alongside a car bearing registration number FPO 88. The photograph provides a glimpse into life during World War II on the home front in Bognor Regis. Gas attack exercises were crucial for preparing civilians to respond effectively to potential threats. Despite the tense atmosphere, there is an air of resilience among both residents and businesses as they continue their daily routines amidst wartime challenges. Preserved within the L Alouette Collection at West Sussex Record Office, this snapshot offers valuable insights into local history during one of humanity's darkest periods. It serves as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by individuals and communities across Britain during World War II
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