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WW2 era - Comic Postcard - Looking for news of you
The Caption is Looking for news of you. The card is from a young girl to her parents and was sent under cover with gifts. One of the presents was shaving cream for her father of which she says The aristocratic people use this so it ought to be ok, especially for officers. The message is brave and poignant. She and her brother clearly want a letter from home. Cute Kids WW2 Wartime humour Date: circa 1940
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Looking for News of You: A Heartfelt Message from a Young Evacuee in the WW2 Era This charming comic postcard, dated circa 1940, features a young girl named Beatrice Mallet, sitting with her brother, both with bright smiles on their faces. The card was sent under cover with gifts to their parents, one of which was a can of shaving cream. The girl writes, "The aristocratic people use this, so it ought to be ok, especially for officers." The light-hearted message reveals the children's longing for news from home amidst the chaos of the WW2 era. The card, published by Raphael Tuck & Sons, is a testament to the resilience and innocence of children during wartime. The caricatured image of Beatrice and her brother, sitting in front of a newspaper, adds a touch of humor to the poignant message. The siblings' hopeful expressions and the playful use of the shaving cream as a gift for their father underscore the desire for normalcy and connection amidst the uncertainty of the war. The card's message is a reminder of the bravery and resilience of families during the WW2 era, as they faced the challenges of separation, rationing, and the constant fear of the unknown. The simple act of sending a postcard with a gift, no matter how small, served as a source of comfort and hope for both the children and their parents. This sweet and amusing postcard is a reminder of the human spirit's ability to find lightness and joy even in the most challenging of times. The image of Beatrice and her brother, with their hopeful expressions and the promise of a letter from home, is a poignant reminder of the enduring bond between families, no matter the distance or circumstances.
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