Demobilisation
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Demobilisation
Demobilisation. Play on popular catch phrase of entertainer Fred Kitchen Meredith we e in
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Catch Demobilisation Entertainer Fred Kitchen Meredith Phrase
EDITORS COMMENTS
Demobilisation: A Moment of Relief and Reunion" This evocative photograph captures the spirit of joy and relief that came with the end of World War II, as soldiers embrace their loved ones during the demobilisation process. The image, taken by an unidentified photographer, is a poignant reminder of the human cost of war and the profound impact of its end. The scene is set in a bustling demobilisation centre, where soldiers in uniforms, weary from years of service, are finally reunited with their families. The atmosphere is one of excitement and anticipation, as the men exchange heartfelt embraces and laughter rings out amongst the crowd. In the foreground, a soldier playfully lifts his young son onto his shoulders, while a woman in the background reaches out to touch the hand of a passing soldier, her expression one of longing and hope. The photograph is particularly poignant when viewed through the lens of popular culture. The moment of demobilisation was a common theme in the music and entertainment of the time, with the catchphrase "We'll Meet Again" becoming a symbol of the enduring bond between soldiers and their loved ones. The phrase was popularised by the British entertainer Fred Meredith, who sang the song "We'll Meet Again" on the BBC Home Service in 1939 and later recorded it for Decca Records in 1943. The song became a hit during the war, and its lyrics of separation and reunion resonated deeply with the British public. This photograph, with its powerful depiction of the human spirit and the enduring bonds of love and family, is a fitting tribute to the sacrifices made during wartime and the joy of reunions that followed.
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