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Metropolitan Police officer on traffic duty
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Metropolitan Police officer on traffic duty
A Metropolitan Police officer, PC Edward Ridout of Chelsea Police Station, on traffic duty. He is standing by a zebra crossing to help a little boy across the road. A 49 bus to Streatham Common has stopped -- the little boy himself pulls a toy red bus along behind him. Date: 1950s
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Authority Chelsea Common Crossing Duty Metropolitan Police Men Pull Pulling Streatham Traffic Zebra
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this heartwarming print from the 1950s, we see PC Edward Ridout, a dedicated Metropolitan Police officer from Chelsea Police Station, on traffic duty. Standing by a zebra crossing, he is ready to assist pedestrians in safely crossing the road. However, it is a little boy who steals the show in this charming scene. As a red double-decker bus bound for Streatham Common comes to a halt nearby, the young child takes matters into his own hands. With determination etched across his face, he pulls along a toy red bus behind him as if mimicking the real-life transport that has caught his attention. PC Ridout's watchful gaze reflects both professionalism and kindness as he ensures that everyone remains safe amidst bustling street activity. The image captures not only an ordinary day of police work but also showcases the strong bond between law enforcement officers and their communities. This photograph serves as a reminder of simpler times when children found joy in simple pleasures like pulling toys along while being protected by caring police officers like PC Ridout. It encapsulates an era when trust in authority figures was unwavering and highlights how even small acts of assistance can leave lasting impressions on impressionable young minds.
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