Army Camp Store, WW1
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Army Camp Store, WW1
Scene inside a well-stocked Army Camp Store, with prices chalked up above the counter, and five men ready to serve customers. Date: 1914-1918
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Media ID 14188218
© Mary Evans / Pharcide
Blackboard Carving Catering Chalk Chalked Chef Cigarettes Counter Glasses Joint Meat Price Prices Ready Serve Serving Stock Stocked Store Stores Supplies Tobacco
EDITORS COMMENTS
Step into the past and experience the hustle and bustle of an Army Camp Store during World War I. This evocative photograph, dated between 1914 and 1918, offers a glimpse into the daily life of soldiers as they gather to purchase essential supplies and indulge in a moment of respite from the rigors of military training and combat. The well-stocked store is brimming with an array of goods, from foodstuffs and drinks to tobacco and personal care items. Prices are carefully chalked up above the counter, a testament to the importance of budgeting and making every penny count during wartime. Five attentive men, dressed in military uniforms and aprons, are ready to serve the customers with a friendly smile and efficient service. The atmosphere is lively and convivial, with soldiers clustered around the counter, some sipping on glasses of beer or coffee, while others peruse the shelves for their desired items. A chef in the back prepares a roast joint of meat, the tantalizing aroma wafting through the air and adding to the enticing scene. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the vital role that camp stores played in providing soldiers with the necessities and comforts of home during their time in the military. As we observe the scene, we can't help but be transported back in time and feel a deep appreciation for the sacrifices made by these brave men and women during the First Great War.
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