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Unable to get their weekend meat rations owing to the transport strike Londoners
Unable to get their weekend meat rations owing to the transport strike Londoners queue for horse flesh outside a shop in Brixton
11th January 1947
TopFoto independent historic photographs and images all subjects and eras
Media ID 10984764
© John Topham / TopFoto.co.uk
Horse Butcher Food Shortage Queues
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with Media Storehouse's captivating Fine Art Print of 'Londoners Queue for Horse Flesh,' a poignant moment in history captured by TopFoto. Witness the determination and resilience of Londoners during the transport strike in January 1947, as they queue for their weekend meat rations. This evocative image, 'Unable to get their weekend meat rations owing to the transport strike Londoners,' is a powerful reminder of the past and a beautiful addition to any home or office space. Embrace history and bring this piece of British heritage into your world.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 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 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
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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This print captures a poignant moment in London's history during the transport strike of 1947. In this snapshot, we witness the resilience and resourcefulness of Londoners as they patiently queue outside a shop in Brixton, desperately seeking their weekend meat rations. However, due to the scarcity caused by the strike, what awaits them is an unconventional solution - horse flesh. The image showcases a unique aspect of this challenging time: horsemeat becoming an unexpected source of sustenance for human consumption. As people stand in line with determination etched on their faces, it serves as a stark reminder of the food shortage that plagued post-war Britain. Amidst bomb-scarred streets and rationed supplies, this photograph encapsulates both hardship and survival instincts. It transports us back to an era where queues were not just for leisurely pursuits but rather essential for securing basic necessities. Photographed by General from TopFoto, this historical document offers us a glimpse into the past while raising questions about our own relationship with food security today. It reminds us that even in times of crisis, communities find ways to adapt and persevere against all odds. As we reflect upon this powerful image, let it serve as a testament to human resilience and solidarity during trying times – reminding us that unity can prevail even when faced with adversity.
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