Group photo, teacher and pupils at a school

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Group photo, teacher and pupils at a school

Group photo, teacher and pupils at a school (possibly Bootham in York). Date: 1943

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1943 Bootham Crossed Folded Legs Pupils Smart Suits Teacher Teachers Teenager Teenagers Ties

EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative group photograph captures the essence of education during the 1940s, as a distinguished teacher stands proudly among his pupils at Bootham School in York, England, in 1943. The teacher, impeccably dressed in a smart suit and tie, exudes authority and confidence, while his students, both boys and girls, wear their best Sunday attire, their arms folded and legs crossed in a sign of respect and discipline. The boys wear shorts and sweaters, while the girls wear blouses and skirts, reflecting the traditional gender roles of the time. The atmosphere is one of order and focus, as the teacher prepares his students for a new day of learning. The photograph offers a fascinating glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a time when education was a cherished and valued experience, despite the challenges and hardships of the war years.

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