Toc H Postcard
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Toc H Postcard
Talbot House, known as TOC H, a club for servicemen during World War One founded by Tubby Clayton, an Anglican priest. Date: 1919-1920
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Anglican Clayton Founded Groups Priest Servicemen Societies Talbot 1919 Tubby
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This evocative postcard image captures the spirit of camaraderie and respite that was offered to weary servicemen during the tumultuous years of World War One. The photograph depicts the exterior of Talbot House, better known as TOC H, a unique social club founded by the Reverend Tubby Clayton, an Anglican priest, in 1915. Located in Poperinghe, Belgium, near the Western Front, Talbot House provided a much-needed refuge for soldiers seeking respite from the horrors of war. The postcard, dated between 1919 and 1920, shows the quaint, red-brick building with its inviting front porch and lush garden, surrounded by trees and greenery. The serene atmosphere of the house is in stark contrast to the chaos and destruction of the battlefields that were only a short distance away. TOC H was more than just a club; it was a home away from home for soldiers, where they could find companionship, warmth, and a sense of belonging. The house was filled with books, games, and other amenities, and the doors were always open to any soldier, regardless of rank or regiment. Reverend Clayton and his team of volunteers also provided spiritual support and counseling to those in need. This postcard serves as a poignant reminder of the important role that social and religious organizations played in supporting the mental and emotional wellbeing of servicemen during wartime. The legacy of Talbot House continues to inspire and influence similar organizations that provide support to military personnel and their families to this day.
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