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Pupils of a Golcar school are setting up a historic link with the USSR
Pupils of a Golcar school are setting up a historic link with the USSR. Youngsters from St Johns C of E Junior School are writing to pupils from a school in Kazakhstan, one of the 15 republics in the USSR. The school is in the town of Kustanai and it will be the first time in the history of the Soviet town that children have written to pen friends in England. Putting pen to paper to forge the link are Rowan Crompton, Hannah Shaw, Yvonne Atkinson, Helen Maynard, Stacey Frost, Danielle Eastwood,
Helen Stringer and Elizabeth Wood. 6th November 1989
Staff
Huddersfield Examiner Archive
Mirrorpix
Huddersfield
West Yorkshire
England
HUD 89 6728
Media ID 21710854
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21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into a captivating moment of history with our Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse and Memory Lane Prints. Witness the heartwarming connection between St John's C of E Junior School in Golcar and their counterparts in Kazakhstan as they exchange letters, establishing a historic link with the USSR. This exquisitely detailed print beautifully captures the spirit of international friendship and collaboration, making it a cherished addition to any home or office space. Experience the power of connection and the enduring bond between cultures with this stunning Fine Art Print.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 53.3cm x 35.5cm (21" x 14")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" x 20")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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In this heartwarming photo print, we see the pupils of St Johns C of E Junior School in Golcar, West Yorkshire, setting up a historic link with the USSR. It is the year 1989, and these young children are about to embark on an extraordinary journey of cultural exchange. With pen and paper in hand, Rowan Crompton, Hannah Shaw, Yvonne Atkinson, Helen Maynard, Stacey Frost, Danielle Eastwood, Helen Stringer and Elizabeth Wood eagerly write letters to their newfound pen friends from Kustanai—a town in Kazakhstan—marking the first time children from both countries have connected through correspondence. This unique opportunity not only bridges geographical distances but also transcends political boundaries. As tensions between East and West begin to thaw during this pivotal period in history known as perestroika under Soviet leader Mikhail Gorbachev's leadership—the students' initiative symbolizes hope for a brighter future built on friendship and understanding. The innocence captured within this photograph reminds us of simpler times when communication relied solely on handwritten words rather than digital screens. These children embody curiosity and open-mindedness as they embrace different cultures at such a tender age. Decades later, this image serves as a testament to the power of education in fostering global connections. It stands as a reminder that even small gestures can leave lasting impressions on hearts across continents—an enduring legacy that echoes through all our yesterdays.
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