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The Post Office
3rd September 1955: Two young boys outside a post office in Laxay on the island of Lewis and Harris in the Outer Hebrides. Lewis and Harris are connected by an isthmus and considered to be a single island measuring 2, 134 square kilometres, which makes it the largest of the Western Isles. The island is 39 miles away from the Scottish mainland and separated by North Minch which may be crossed by ferry. Islanders mainly live by crofting and fishing although the hand-woven tweed made by Harris residents is renowned for its quality and is exported to customers all over the world. Original Publication: Picture Post - 7967 - The Crofters Isle - pub. 1955 (Photo by Bert Hardy/Picture Post/Getty Images)
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Bert Hardy
Media ID 11675118
1950 1959 Boys Child Couple Relationship Facade Harris Scotland Holding Hands Human Interest Island Mail Outer Hebrides Place Of Work Portrait Male Back Post Post Office Rear View Scotland Scotland Black Signs And Symbols Walking Lewis
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In this photo print, taken by Bert Hardy in 1955, we are transported to the quaint village of Laxay on the island of Lewis and Harris in the Outer Hebrides. The image captures two young boys standing outside a post office, their innocence and curiosity evident in their expressions. Lewis and Harris, considered as a single island measuring over 2,000 square kilometers, is known for its breathtaking landscapes and traditional way of life. Located 39 miles away from the Scottish mainland, it is separated by the North Minch which can be crossed by ferry. The residents of Lewis and Harris primarily sustain themselves through crofting (small-scale farming) and fishing. However, it's worth noting that they also possess exceptional skills in hand-weaving tweed. The tweed made here has gained worldwide recognition for its quality and craftsmanship. As we observe this snapshot frozen in time, we witness not only the beauty of these two boys but also gain insight into the close-knit community they belong to. Their presence outside the post office signifies an important hub where locals gather to exchange news or send letters across distances. Bert Hardy's photograph serves as a reminder of simpler times when children found joy in simple pleasures like walking hand-in-hand with friends while exploring their surroundings. It encapsulates both human interest and archival value as it transports us back to an era filled with innocence amidst stunning natural landscapes.
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