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First and last postbox, Lands End, Cornwall
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First and last postbox, Lands End, Cornwall
First and last postbox, Lands End, Cornwall, with Longships Lighthouse in the distance. Date: 1940s
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Collecting Communication Cornish Lands Letter Lighthouse Longships Pillar Postbox Postman Postmen Sack
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1. Title: "A Cornish Tradition: The First and Last Postbox at Lands End, Cornwall, 1940s" 2.. This evocative photograph captures the essence of rural postal delivery in Cornwall during the 1940s. The image shows the iconic first and last postbox at Lands End, a quintessential symbol of Cornish heritage and tradition. The postbox, a red pillar box, stands proudly against the rugged backdrop of the Atlantic Ocean, with the Longships Lighthouse in the distance. The scene is set with a postman, dressed in his uniform, collecting letters from the box. He wears a cap and carries a large sack over his shoulder, filled with the mail he has collected from the surrounding villages and hamlets. The postman's determined expression and the weight of his sack convey the importance and dedication required to deliver mail in such a remote and challenging location. The first and last postbox at Lands End holds a special significance for the residents of this area, as it marks the end of the mail route for the postman and the beginning of his journey back to the mainland. This photograph offers a glimpse into the past, showcasing the resilience and commitment of the postal service during a time when communication was a vital lifeline for communities, particularly in rural areas. The Longships Lighthouse, a landmark in itself, adds to the sense of isolation and remoteness, emphasizing the importance of the postal service in connecting people to the outside world. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the rich history and traditions of Cornwall and the essential role that the postal service played in the daily lives of its residents. 3. Keywords: Cornwall, Cornish, postbox, post, box, pillar, letter, postman, postmen, sack, collection, collecting, end, longships, land, lands, lighthouse, 1940s, 40s, forties, communication, communications.
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