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Josephine Baker singing to British Factory Workers
Josephine Baker (1906-1975) singing to British Factory Workers for ENSA (The Entertainments National Service Association) in July 1951, her first visit to England since the end of WW2. Date: 1951
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Media ID 18953620
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1951 Association Baker Celebrity Dancer Entertaining Entertainments Josephine Microphone Sep18 Singer Sleeves American Born Ensa
Greetings Card (7"x5")
"Celebrate the power of music and history with our exclusive range of greeting cards from Media Storehouse. Featuring the iconic image of Josephine Baker (1906-1975), this card showcases a poignant moment in time as she sang to British factory workers for ENSA in 1951, marking her first visit to England since the end of World War II. Add a touch of nostalgia to your correspondence with this beautifully printed card, brought to you by Media Storehouse in partnership with Mary Evans Prints Online. Perfect for any occasion, this card is a unique and thoughtful way to express your sentiments."
Folded Greeting Cards (12.5x17.5 cm) have a laminate finish and are supplied with an envelope. The front and inside can be personalised with text in a selection of fonts, layouts and colours.
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Product Size is 17.5cm x 12.5cm (6.9" x 4.9")
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.
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This evocative photograph captures the moment when the legendary French-American entertainer, Josephine Baker, sang for a crowd of British factory workers in July 1951. The image, taken during Baker's first visit to England since the end of World War II, showcases her captivating presence as she performs for the troops through the Entertainments National Service Association (ENSA). Dressed in a luxurious fur coat and long sleeves, Baker holds a microphone with an air of confidence and grace, her expressive face illuminated by the stage lights. The image transports us back to the 1950s, a time of post-war recovery and renewal, when the power of entertainment brought people together to celebrate and find joy in the midst of hardship. Baker, an iconic singer and dancer, was a symbol of hope and resilience, and her performance for the British factory workers was a testament to the unifying power of the arts. This photograph is a poignant reminder of a bygone era and the enduring impact of the human spirit in times of adversity.
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