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From Bedroom to Shelter in One
Kind warden sets the machine in motion to allow people to sleep through a air-raid. Swinging from bedroom to living room to shelter without waking. Date: 1941
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1941 Attack Bedroom Blitz Defence Device Enemy Heath Homefront Homes Humor Luftwaffe Nights Protection Raid Robinson Shelter Shelters Sleep Sleeping Warden Trapdoor
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In this print titled "From Bedroom to Shelter in One," we are transported back to the year 1941 during the height of World War II. The image captures a kind warden setting a unique machine in motion, allowing people to seamlessly transition from their bedrooms to shelters without being disturbed by air raids.
As enemy attacks loomed overhead, families across Britain relied on innovative devices like this one designed by William Heath Robinson to ensure their safety and peace of mind during the night. With a simple swing from bedroom to living room and finally into the shelter, individuals could sleep soundly knowing they were protected from potential harm.
The clever trapdoor mechanism and efficient design of this wartime invention not only provided physical protection but also served as a symbol of resilience and unity in the face of adversity. It exemplifies the resourcefulness and determination that defined the home front efforts during WWII.
This humorous yet poignant cartoon serves as a reminder of the sacrifices made by ordinary citizens who found themselves thrust into extraordinary circumstances. It is a testament to human ingenuity and solidarity in times of crisis, showcasing how communities came together to defend their homes and loved ones against all odds.
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