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Growing food in Chancery Lane, WW1
Mr Hubert Hall, resident officer of the Public Record Office in Chancery Lane, pictured hard at work in the gardens of the old Rolls House, where, under the direction of the Superintendent of Regents Park, he was growing vegetables among the flower beds during the First World War. Mr Hall, assisted by his colleague Mr. Headlam carried out the work before and after office hours and grew artichokes, carrots, parsnips, marrows and tomatoes - all part of the war effort to produce more food due to shortages and rationing. Date: 1917
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EDITORS COMMENTS
Amidst the chaos and hardships of the First World War, the spirit of resilience and innovation shone brightly in unexpected places. In the heart of London's Chancery Lane, Mr. Hubert Hall, the resident officer of the Public Record Office, tended to the gardens of the old Rolls House with unwavering dedication. Under the guidance of the Superintendent of Regent's Park, Mr. Hall and his colleague, Mr. Headlam, transformed the flower beds into thriving vegetable patches before and after their office hours. The year was 1917, and the shortages and rationing brought about by the war had made growing one's own food an essential contribution to the national effort. Mr. Hall and Mr. Headlam grew a variety of vegetables, including artichokes, carrots, parsnips, marrows, and tomatoes, which not only provided sustenance for the community but also boosted the morale of those working in the area. This photograph captures Mr. Hall in the midst of his gardening endeavors, his determined expression reflecting the collective spirit of the people during the war. The image serves as a poignant reminder of the ingenuity and resourcefulness that emerged in the face of adversity, as Londoners adapted to the challenges of the time and continued to cultivate not just food, but hope. As we reflect on the history of this remarkable moment, we are reminded of the power of community, innovation, and the enduring human spirit. This photograph, taken in 1917, stands as a testament to the resilience and determination of the people of London during the First World War.
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