Evacuee Collection (page 4)

Rescuing evacuees

Caring for Evacuated Mothers and babies
Public Information poster issued by the Ministry of Health relating to the caring of evacuated babies during the bombing of Britain

Policewoman with evacuee children
A policewoman helping evacuee children find their train out of London during the Second World War

Paris evacuation WWII
Parisians leaving the city for safer havens. Here a poor family is using all possible means of locomotion to leave, wheeling their grandmother in a pram

French evacuees WWII
French evacuees after the Paris bombardment leaving for Grenoble at the Gare de Lyon

American children in England WWII
American children in England during World War II

Evacuee childrens school WWII
A school for evacuee children in England during World War II

Child evacuees WWII
Child evacuees travelling towards Liverpool during World War II

Refugee children in London WWII
Young Belgian refugees having a meal at a London station after their arrival in England the day before during World War II

The Blitz on London with Churchill and Royal Family
A circular painting depicting different aspects of the Blitz on London, including King George VI and Queen Elizabeth inspecting bomb damage, home guard serving tea

Evacuee Kisses Mother
A young boy, about to be evacuated, gives his pretty mother a goodbye kiss on her cheek

Leningrad Evacuee
A child about to be evacuated across Lake Lagoda

Young Evacuees
Two young evacuees with their belongings

Evacuees on Corner
A group of evacuee children standing on a street corner

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"Catford Evacuees: Finding Safety and Shelter in the Countryside during World War Two" During the tumultuous times of World War Two, countless children were sent away from their homes in urban areas to find safety in the countryside. Known as evacuees, these brave young souls embarked on a journey towards an uncertain future. One such place that provided refuge was the Union Workhouse in Dursley, Gloucestershire. Here, children found solace amidst chaos and formed new bonds with fellow evacuees who shared similar experiences. The image of a child at a receiving center during WWII captures both hope and apprehension. These centers became temporary homes for displaced youngsters, offering them shelter until they could be placed with host families willing to take them in. In 1941, an iconic photograph emerged showing evacuee children wearing gas masks near Windsor. This haunting image serves as a stark reminder of the ever-present threat of war that loomed over their innocent lives. Evacuation became more than just an act of survival; it transformed into a national service. Posters urging citizens to participate showcased how this collective effort aimed to protect future generations from harm's way. Sheep Hatch Camp Schools played a vital role in educating evacuated children after the war ended on October 5th, 1945. These schools not only provided academic instruction but also fostered resilience and camaraderie among those who had endured so much together. The sight of evacuees waiting anxiously at Paddington Station in 1939 evokes mixed emotions - fear mingled with anticipation for what lay ahead. It was here that many bid farewell to loved ones before embarking on their unknown journeys towards safety. Even women joined forces during wartime efforts; woman police officer Kathleen Saville exemplified strength and dedication as she protected Londoners throughout WW2 – including vulnerable evacuee children seeking refuge from danger.