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WW2 - Comic Postcard - Evacuee Son returns home
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WW2 - Comic Postcard - Evacuee Son returns home
Evacuee Son (who has had a growth spurt!) returns home to a surprised Mother!! Date: circa 1940s
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© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Amazement Arrival Arrives Arriving Away Bags Comedy Development Evacuation Evacuee Familiar Greeting Greets Growing Grown Growth Height Identification Identify Luggage Possessions Realisation Recognise Relations Returning Returns Shock Surprise Surprised Tall Teenager Familiarity Lanky Recognisable Spurt Unrecognisable
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Amidst the chaos and uncertainty of World War II, the simple joy of a child's homecoming was a precious moment worth cherishing. This comic postcard captures the surprise and amazement on a mother's face as her evacuee son returns home after a growth spurt, towering over her in height. Dated circa 1940s, the image is a poignant reminder of the evacuation process during wartime, when children were sent away from their homes to safer areas to avoid the dangers of bombing raids. The boy, once a familiar face, now appears almost unrecognizable to his mother, his luggage and possessions in tow. The scene is filled with a sense of familiarity and yet, the unfamiliarity of the child's newfound height adds an element of shock and amazement. The mother's expression shows a mix of emotions - from recognition and relief, to shock and amusement. The comic postcard, with its light-hearted take on a serious situation, offers a glimpse into the human side of the war. It is a reminder that even in the darkest of times, there were moments of joy and surprise, and that the bonds of family and love remained strong, no matter the distance or circumstances.
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