War Loan Campaign in Trafalgar Square, warships launched
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War Loan Campaign in Trafalgar Square, warships launched
A novel feature of Londons war loans campaign, centred on Trafalgar Square where, among the war-themed exhibits on display to encourage the public to part with their money, were these miniature warships floated in the fountains in battle formation. Date: 1918
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Campaign Exhibits Fountains Fundraising Launched Loan Loans Minature Sailors Trafalgar Warships
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This evocative photograph captures the unique spectacle of London's Trafalgar Square during the First World War's War Loans Campaign of 1918. Amidst the war-themed exhibits designed to encourage public support and funding for the ongoing conflict, these miniature warships, floating in the square's fountains in battle formation, stood out as a novel feature. The War Loans Campaign was a crucial part of the British war effort, aimed at raising funds for the Home Front to support the troops on the frontlines. The campaign utilized various methods to engage the public, including exhibitions, parades, and even theatric presentations. The presence of these miniature warships in Trafalgar Square added an extraordinary touch to the fundraising efforts. The sailors manning the ships were likely volunteers from the Royal Navy, contributing to the event as a morale-boosting and patriotic gesture. The intricately detailed models, displayed in battle formation, not only attracted the attention of the crowd but also served as a poignant reminder of the ongoing war and the sacrifices being made by the British military. The photograph, taken in 1918, offers a glimpse into the innovative ways in which the British government and people came together during the First World War to support the war effort. The miniature warships in Trafalgar Square serve as a testament to the collective spirit and resilience of the British people during this challenging time in history.
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