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Givenchy, adopted by Liverpool post-First World War
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Givenchy, adopted by Liverpool post-First World War
The Lord Mayor of Liverpool at Givenchy, an adopted French village : a ceremony at the 55th West Lancashire Division Memorial. Part of the British League of Helps adoption of French towns by British ones to help rebuild devastated areas of France after the First World War. Date: 1926
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Adopted Areas Devastated Division Givenchy Lancashire League Liverpool Rebuild Reconstruction 1926 Twinning
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In this poignant photograph, the Lord Mayor of Liverpool, clad in full regalia, stands proudly before the 55th West Lancashire Division Memorial in the adopted French village of Givenchy. The year is 1926, and this heartfelt ceremony marks the continuation of the British League of Help's efforts to aid in the rebuilding of devastated areas of France following the First World War. The 1920s were a time of profound healing and renewal for both Britain and France, who had suffered immeasurably during the Great War. In an extraordinary display of solidarity and goodwill, the British League of Help initiated a program to adopt French towns, fostering a spirit of twinning and mutual support. Givenchy, a small village in northern France that had been severely impacted by the conflict, was one of the first towns to be adopted by Liverpool. The memorial, adorned with the insignia of the 55th West Lancashire Division, serves as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by the British soldiers who fought valiantly in the fields of France. The Lord Mayor's presence in Givenchy signifies not only a symbolic gesture of gratitude and respect, but also a tangible commitment to help rebuild and revitalize the village. This photograph captures a poignant moment in history, as two nations come together to honor the past and forge a brighter future. The enduring bond between Liverpool and Givenchy stands as a testament to the power of human compassion and the resilience of the human spirit.
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