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Josephine Baker singing to British Factory Workers

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Josephine Baker singing to British Factory Workers

Josephine Baker (1906-1975) singing to British Factory Workers for ENSA (The Entertainments National Service Association) in July 1951, her first visit to England since the end of WW2. Date: 1951

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1951 Association Baker Celebrity Dancer Entertaining Entertainments Josephine Microphone Sep18 Singer Sleeves American Born Ensa


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This evocative photograph captures the moment when the legendary French-American entertainer, Josephine Baker, sang for a crowd of British factory workers in July 1951. The image, taken during Baker's first visit to England since the end of World War II, showcases her captivating presence as she performs for the troops through the Entertainments National Service Association (ENSA). Dressed in a luxurious fur coat and long sleeves, Baker holds a microphone with an air of confidence and grace, her expressive face illuminated by the stage lights. The image transports us back to the 1950s, a time of post-war recovery and renewal, when the power of entertainment brought people together to celebrate and find joy in the midst of hardship. Baker, an iconic singer and dancer, was a symbol of hope and resilience, and her performance for the British factory workers was a testament to the unifying power of the arts. This photograph is a poignant reminder of a bygone era and the enduring impact of the human spirit in times of adversity.

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