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Framed Print : Telephone girls at Whitley Bay Post Office try out the gas masks as they prepare for any

Telephone girls at Whitley Bay Post Office try out the gas masks as they prepare for any



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Telephone girls at Whitley Bay Post Office try out the gas masks as they prepare for any

Telephone girls at Whitley Bay Post Office try out the gas masks as they prepare for any eventuality during A.R.P training. 27th August 1938

NCJ
NCJ Archive
Mirrorpix
England

Media ID 21644755

© Mirrorpix

Air Raid Precautions Communication Gasmask Telephone Three People Telephone Operator


21.5"x17.5" (55x44cm) Premium Frame

Step back in time with our vintage Telephone Girls Framed Print from Memory Lane Prints. This captivating photograph, taken on 27th August 1938 at Whitley Bay Post Office, showcases telephone operators trying on gas masks as part of their Air Raid Precautions (A.R.P) training. Add an intriguing conversation piece to your home or office decor with this authentic, historically significant print. Framed in a high-quality, classic design, this print is sure to impress and transport you to a bygone era.

Framed and mounted 17x12 print. Professionally handmade full timber moulded frames are finished off with framers tape and come with a hanging solution on the back. Outer dimensions are 21.5x17.5 inches (546x444mm). Quality timber frame frame moulding (20mm wide and 30mm deep) with frame colours in your choice of black, white, or raw oak and a choice of black or white card mounts. Frames have a perspex front providing a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish which is easily cleaned with a damp cloth.

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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 41.8cm x 41.8cm (16.5" x 16.5")

Estimated Product Size is 54.6cm x 44.4cm (21.5" x 17.5")

These are individually made so all sizes are approximate

Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.


EDITORS COMMENTS
This print takes us back to the 1930s, capturing a moment of preparation and resilience during a time of uncertainty. The image showcases three telephone girls at Whitley Bay Post Office as they eagerly try out their gas masks in anticipation of any potential threat. It is clear that these women are taking their role in air raid precautions seriously, undergoing A. R. P training to ensure they are prepared for any eventuality. In this snapshot from history, we witness the dedication and bravery of these telephone operators who played an essential communication role on the home front during World War II. As war loomed closer, every individual had to be ready to face the challenges that lay ahead. The composition exudes strength and determination as each woman confidently adjusts her gas mask with focused expressions. Their unity reflects the collective spirit of those times when communities came together to protect one another amidst adversity. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by ordinary people during WWII. It encapsulates not only the technological advancements in communication but also highlights how individuals were willing to adapt and equip themselves against potential dangers. Preserved by Memory Lane Prints, this historical gem allows us to reflect upon our shared past while honoring those who selflessly served their country during World War II without mentioning commercial use or specific companies involved

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