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Ministry of Health leaflet, To Parents, WW2
Ministry of Health leaflet to parents during the Second World War, advising them not to bring their evacuated children home during the Easter holidays. Date: 1941
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1941 Bombing Danger Dangerous Easter Evacuated Evacuation Health Leaflet Ministry Official Parents Safety
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This poignant Ministry of Health leaflet, dated April 1941, addresses parents during the tumultuous period of World War II. The title, "To Parents," is printed boldly at the top, followed by a solemn message: "Evacuated Children - Do Not Bring Them Home During the Easter Holidays." The backdrop of the war was a time of constant danger and uncertainty, with bombing raids a daily threat. The British government, in an effort to ensure the safety of children, implemented an evacuation program to move them from urban areas to rural communities. This leaflet was a reminder to parents that the Easter holidays, a time for family reunions and celebration, were not an exception to the evacuation rules. The image on the leaflet features a mother and her young daughter, their faces expressing concern and worry. The mother clutches the leaflet tightly in her hand, her eyes scanning the text. The girl looks up at her mother, her expression reflecting the uncertainty and anxiety of the times. The leaflet goes on to explain the reasons for the evacuation measures, stating that "the danger is greater now than it has ever been before." It urges parents to "keep their children where they are until after the Easter holidays." The message is clear: the safety of the children must come first, even if it means keeping them away from their families during this traditional time of togetherness. This Ministry of Health leaflet is a poignant reminder of the sacrifices and challenges faced by families during the Second World War. It serves as a testament to the resilience and determination of the British people in the face of adversity.
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