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Harvest Festival at Charminster School, West Dorset
Harvest Festival at Charminster School, West Dorset, England - 23rd September 1943
1943
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© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
1943 23rd Donated Donations Dorset Festival Harvest Potatoes Produce Vegetables
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1. Title: Harvest Festival at Charminster School, West Dorset, 1943 This evocative photograph captures the spirit of community and gratitude during the Harvest Festival at Charminster School in West Dorset, England, on 23rd September 1943. Amidst the challenges of the 1940s, the annual tradition of celebrating the harvest continued, bringing together students, teachers, and local residents to mark the bountiful season. The image reveals a bustling scene of activity, with children in their best clothes, excitedly carrying in baskets filled with fresh produce, such as potatoes, vegetables, and fruits, to be donated to the school and the local community. The veg and produce were a testament to the resilience and resourcefulness of the people during wartime, as they adapted to rationing and food shortages. The atmosphere is one of unity and joy, with the children's faces reflecting the excitement and pride of contributing to the event. The teachers, dressed in their Sunday best, oversee the proceedings with a sense of pride and accomplishment. The scene is further enhanced by the traditional decorations, including cornstalks, pumpkins, and gourds, adding to the festive ambiance. This photograph offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a simpler time when the community came together to celebrate the harvest and share in the bounty of the land. The image serves as a reminder of the importance of tradition, unity, and gratitude, values that continue to resonate with us today. The photograph is part of the Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection from Mary Evans Prints Online.
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