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NaFI Alexander Club, Rome, Italy - WVS Information Bureau
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NaFI Alexander Club, Rome, Italy - WVS Information Bureau
Alexander Club in Rome - The NaFI (Navy, Army and Air Force Institute) had commandeered a department store about the size of Londons Selfridges. It was called the Alexander Club after the Allied commander Harold Alexander, 1st Earl Alexander of Tunis. Its many floors centred around an internal, roofed, open space on the floor of which was a pool with goldfish and a fountain! WVS Information Bureau. Date: circa 1944
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Amidst the chaos and hardships of World War II, the NaFI Alexander Club in Rome, Italy, stood as a beacon of comfort and relaxation for Allied soldiers. Commandeered from a department store roughly the size of London's Selfridges, this impressive establishment was named after the Allied commander, Harold Alexander, 1st Earl Alexander of Tunis. The multi-level building, operated by the Navy, Army and Air Force Institute (NaFI), was a welcome retreat for weary troops. At the heart of the Alexander Club was an internal, roofed, open space, where a serene pool filled with goldfish and a fountain created an idyllic atmosphere. Soldiers could take a break from the rigors of war and enjoy the luxuries of a poolside lounge, a library, a barber shop, and even a cinema. The WVS Information Bureau, visible in this photograph, was also located within the club, providing soldiers with essential information and communication services. This photograph, taken circa 1944, offers a rare glimpse into the daily life of Allied troops during World War II. The Alexander Club in Rome served as a testament to the resilience and resourcefulness of the Allied forces, who managed to transform a commercial space into a haven of relaxation and camaraderie in the midst of war.
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