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Canvas Print : World War II evacuees
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World War II evacuees
Evacuee train leaving the station with people waving goodbye during World War II
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Media ID 4431787
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Evacuee Evacuees Goodbye Leaving Trains Waving Ww 2 Ww Ii
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
"Step back in time with our captivating Canvas Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring this iconic image of World War II evacuees. Wave goodbye to the past as a train filled with children and families departs the station, leaving behind a sense of uncertainty and hope. This evocative photograph from Mary Evans Prints Online transports you to a bygone era, making it a stunning addition to any home or office. Our premium quality Canvas Prints are expertly crafted using fade-resistant inks and heavyweight, texture-rich canvas, ensuring your cherished memories last a lifetime. Order yours today and let history come alive in your living room."
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
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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EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the poignant moment of departure for World War II evacuees as they wave goodbye from the platform of a crowded railway station. The year was 1939, and the looming threat of war had forced the mass evacuation of children from urban areas to the safety of the countryside. The scene before us is one of both hope and sadness, as families bid farewell to their loved ones, unsure of when they would next be reunited. The train, filled to capacity with young evacuees and their belongings, chugs steadily out of the station, its steam plume billowing into the grey sky. The crowd on the platform, a mix of parents, siblings, and friends, watch with a mixture of pride and trepidation as their loved ones disappear from sight. Some wave enthusiastically, others shed tears, and a few cling to each other for support. This historical photograph is a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made during World War II, and the resilience of the human spirit in the face of adversity. The evacuation trains became a symbol of hope for the future, as children were taken to safety and given a chance to grow up away from the dangers of the war. The image also serves as a testament to the power of community and the importance of coming together in times of crisis.
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