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Couples ingenious device so they don't wake up the baby. A makeshift pump that extinguishes incendiary bombs that have landed in your home without leaving the comfort of your bed. Date: 1941
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Couples ingenious device so they don't wake up the baby. A makeshift pump that extinguishes incendiary bombs that have landed in your home without leaving the comfort of your bed. Date: 1941
Couples ingenious device so they don't wake up the baby. A makeshift pump that extinguishes incendiary bombs that have landed in your home without leaving the comfort of your bed. Date: 1941
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1941 Bedroom Bomb Bombs Comfort Deal Defence Defend Device Extinguish Extinguishing Families Fight Heath Homefront Homes Humor Incendiary Lying Makeshift Pump Robinson
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During the height of World War II in 1941, ingenious couples like William Heath Robinson came up with creative solutions to protect their families from the dangers of incendiary bombs. In this humorous and whimsical cartoon print, we see a couple lying in bed, faced with the terrifying prospect of an enemy bomb landing on their home. But instead of panicking or rushing outside, they have devised a makeshift pump that allows them to extinguish the flames without even leaving the comfort of their bed.
This clever device not only showcases the resilience and resourcefulness of British families during wartime but also highlights the lengths to which people would go to protect their loved ones. The image captures a moment of domestic heroism as this couple bravely fights off potential disaster while ensuring that their baby remains undisturbed and safe.
As we look back at this snapshot from history, we are reminded of the sacrifices and ingenuity displayed by ordinary citizens during times of crisis. It serves as a testament to human creativity and determination in the face of adversity, showing that even in moments of darkness, there is always room for humor and innovation.
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