Two men constructing an Anderson shelter
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Two men constructing an Anderson shelter
Two men constructing an Anderson shelter in a back garden at the start of the Second World War. Date: circa 1939
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Anderson Assembling Bolts Constructing Corrugated Gloves Iron Nuts Shelter Spanner
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Two Men Constructing an Anderson Shelter in a Back Garden at the Start of the Second World War (circa 1939) This evocative photograph captures the determination and resilience of two men as they work to construct an Anderson shelter in the safety and comfort of their own back garden. The year is circa 1939, and the ominous shadow of the Second World War looms large over their heads. The Anderson shelter, named after its inventor, Sir John Anderson, was a simple yet effective design intended to provide civilians with some measure of protection against air raids. The men in this photograph are deeply focused on their task, their faces set with concentration as they assemble the corrugated iron shelter piece by piece. They are dressed in practical clothing, with one man wearing a work shirt and the other donning a jumper and gloves. Their tools of the trade are scattered around them: a spanner, a box of nuts and bolts, and other essentials for the job. The scene is one of quiet industry, as the two men work together to build a fortress against the uncertainty of war. The shelter's unfinished frame stands tall behind them, a testament to their efforts and a symbol of their commitment to protecting their loved ones. The back garden, once a place of leisure and relaxation, has been transformed into a site of production and survival. This photograph is a poignant reminder of a time when the threat of war forced ordinary people to take extraordinary measures to ensure their safety and security. It is a snapshot of history, a moment frozen in time, that speaks to the indomitable spirit of the human race in the face of adversity.
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