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Devon, England - a country scene
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Devon, England - a country scene
Devon, England - a country scene. The Corps of Canadian Fire-fighters (also known as the Volunteer Corps of Canadian Fire-fighters and simply as CCCF) were stationed in England between 1942 and 1945. Date: circa 1942
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Devon, England - A Country Scene: A poignant snapshot of Devon, England during the 1940s, as Canadian fire-fighters of the Corps of Canadian Fire-fighters (CCCF) take a moment to rest amidst the picturesque English countryside. Established in 1941, the CCCF, also known as the Volunteer Corps of Canadian Fire-fighters, was an overseas military force that served in the United Kingdom during World War II. The Canadians were stationed in various locations throughout Britain to provide emergency firefighting support to the British Home Front. This image, captured circa 1942, shows a group of CCCF firefighters gathered around a campfire in the rolling hills of Devon. The men, dressed in their distinctive red uniforms, appear to be enjoying a well-deserved break from their duties. In the background, the idyllic English countryside stretches out, dotted with quaint cottages and lush green fields. The Corps of Canadian Fire-fighters played a vital role in the war effort, providing much-needed relief to the British Fire Service, which was already stretched thin due to the intense bombing campaigns carried out by the German Air Force. The Canadians fought valiantly on the 2nd Front, and their contributions were essential in protecting British communities from the devastating effects of fire during the war. This photograph offers a rare glimpse into the daily lives of these brave men, who left their homes in Canada to support their allies in their time of need. It serves as a poignant reminder of the camaraderie, resilience, and sacrifice that defined the Corps of Canadian Fire-fighters during World War II.
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