Evacuation Collection (page 8)

US troops arriving in Slapton to help the villagers move their possessions prior to the evacuation of the village. Circa December 1943

One Blackawton resident decides to take their wheel barrow with them as the evacuation of the village begins. Circa November 1943

US troops can be seen here in the village Blackawton helping to protect buildings from damage whilst the area is evacuated for the battle exercises. Circa December 1943

Home guard helping the residents of Slapton during the evacuation. Circa November 1943

Slapton butcher moving the contents of his shop prior to completion of the evacuation of the village. Circa December 1943

The evacuation of Allied soldiers from the beaches and harbour of Dunkirk, June 1940

Anxious parents scan the large crowd of pupils of the Sacred Heart School in Liverpool, desperate to catch one last glimpse of their children as they march to Edge Hill railway station for their

Teachers accompany a large crowd of pupils of a liverpool inner city school to the railway station for their evacuation at the start of the Second World War. 1st September 1939

Mrs Gwen Heads, of Kensal Rise, London, with her three boys and 2 month old baby girl, waiting for the train at Paddington. They are being evacuated to the Midlands. July 1944

The Wilson family arrive back in London after being evacuated to South Wales. 4 year old Binnie holds 5 month old Jennifer in ner arms, while 2 year old Peter looks around him. September 1944

The Dunkirk evacuation, the evacuation of Allied soldiers from the beaches and harbour of Dunkirk, France between 26th May and 4th June 1940, during World War II

A mother and her four children evacuated from Kirkdale, enjoy themselves in the gardens of Alsager Hall, the home of Sir Frances Joseph. 9th September 1939

Children of St Vincent RC School line up with evacuation kit during a rehearsal. 29th August 1939

In the safety zone now - Evacuation seemed to be something in the nature of an adventure, judging by the happy faces of this party of Tyneside children, the first to arrive in the Egremont

The face the future with courage - Newcastle mothers and their infants set out yesterday for the reception areas under the Governments evacuation scheme

Children evacuated from Liverpool to the Isle of Man in. 28th June 1941

Liverpool children, evacuated from the district to Cardiganshire, Aberystwyth and Wrexham areas, pictured on their arrival home at Lime Street station. Many have been gone for 5 years

The Right Spirit - This was a really happy party of Percy Main mothers and young children snapped while waiting for the evacuation train at the station today. 7th September 1939

A carriage filled with evacuees waits for the guard to blow his whistle. 2nd September 1939

Newcastle school children arriving at the Archbold Hall, Wooler, Northumberland, for their first meal, after having been evacuated from the city. 2nd September 1939

London evacuees heading to the Wirral. July 1944

Flashback to the dark days of 1939, as Liverpool children board a bus to take them to safety. 1st September 1939

Children being evacuated from London July 1944. Children boarding train get help from policemen to carry their heavy baggage

World War Two - Second World War - Bombs from German dive bombers explode during the evacuation of the BEF from the beaches at Dunkirk. Circa: June 1940

World War Two - Second World War - Thames river craft arrive back after helping the evacuation of the BEF from the beaches at Dunkirk. 9th: June 1940

World War Two - Second World War - The evacuation of the BEF from the beaches at Dunkirk. Circa: June 1940

World War Two - Second World War - A naval officer on the beach at Dunkirk prior to evacuation. Circa: June 1940

Evacuation rehearsal at St. Michaels Church School, Buckingham Palace Road
Evacuation rehearsal at St.Michaels Church School, Buckingham Palace Road. 4th September 1939

Group of children at a London Station ready to leave for the safety of the countryside. 6th July 1944. watscan - - 17/08/2010

Dutch children being evacuated to Coventry due to lack of food, ready to go after being labelled and given flags in Eindhoven. 9th February 1945. watscan - - 17/08/2010

Group of children at Southampton ready to leave for the safety of the countryside. 6th July 1944. watscan - - 17/08/2010

Headmaster Mr Rixon gives last minute instructions to children at St Michaels Church School, Buckingham Palace Road for their evacuation the next day September 1939

Wallsend scholars of Richardson Dees school were quite happy at the prospect of living in the county as they set out for Ponteland district during the evacuation of the borough schools today

South Shields mothers and young children in cheerful mood, marching to the station for evacuation to the country. 9th September 1939

Safe and Happy - The happy faces of these Cowgate, Newcastle, children give reassurances that they are safe and enjoying their new surroundings after being evacuated

World War Two - Evacuation of children A Marshall leads the way to the buses, during todays evacuation of school children at Wallsend. 6th September 1939

Balkans War November 1912 Turkish refugees retreat to Constantinople

Suez Crisis 1956 The families of British workers in Egypt arriving at London Airport following the hostilities in Egypt

Suez Crisis 1956 British civillians evacuated from Egypt arrive at Southampton by flying boat

World War Two Children evacuated from the cities disembark from a train in the West of Scotland September 1939

Evacuees bound for Canada arrives at their assembly point for registration before going on to join their ship. The practice of evacuating children overseas stopped after a liner carrying several

World War Two - Children wait to be evacuated from a Scottish town to avoid air raids September 1939

WW2 Children Evacuees Children carry and push along their belongings in improvised wheelbarrows as they are evacuted to the coutryside for their safety during WW2

Injured Belgian soldiers seen here getting into a motor car prior to being transported beck to hospital in Antwerp. Circa September 1914

Schoolchildren from East Ham walking in a long queue with their belongings are evacuted to the country while London is being attacked with air raids

Norwegian evacuees arrive from Spitzbergen September 1941 during WW2

Evacuees leaving Euston for the country July 1944 during WW2

Norwegian evacuees arrive in United Kingdom from Spitzbergen September 1941 during WW2

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"Evacuation: A Journey to Safety and Hope" In times of crisis, the concept takes center stage, weaving tales of resilience and bravery. From the hallowed halls of Harrogate Ladies College to the humble abodes in Catford, children were uprooted from their homes during World War Two. The Barnardo Evacuees sought solace within the walls of Comlongon Castle in Dumfries, finding comfort amidst uncertainty. As war raged on, parents clung onto hope that sending their little ones away would shield them from harm's way. Small boats emerged as unsung heroes during the Dunkirk evacuation, defying all odds to rescue stranded soldiers. Meanwhile, two innocent girls anxiously awaited their departure at Paddington Station in September 1939 - a poignant image etched into history. Not limited to conflicts alone, evacuations transcended wartime narratives. Union Workhouse in Dursley became a refuge for those seeking respite from adversity. RAF Sea King Helicopter descended upon Crinkle Crags in the Lake District, whisking away an injured walker with unwavering determination. Amidst chaos and destruction, humanity prevailed through acts of compassion and sacrifice. Evacuees found themselves aboard trains bound for unknown destinations; SS St Julien transformed into a beacon of healing as it sailed through Newport Docks as a hospital ship. The Dunkirk evacuation remains etched forever in our collective memory - Operation Dynamo or better known as "The Miracle of Dunkirk. " Against all odds, this audacious endeavor united nations under one purpose: saving lives. Evacuation is not merely about physical relocation; it symbolizes resilience against adversity and hope amidst despair. It reminds us that even amid darkness there exists light – a glimmer that propels us forward towards safety and brighter horizons.