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WW2 era - Comic Postcard - A little bit behind
" A little bit behind!" - A kind young girl helps her boy chum who has torn his shorts and requires an urgent spot of patching-up! Date: circa 1942
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© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Assistance Assists Behind Bottom Comedy Friend Friends Helping Helps Kind Kindly Kindness Kitten Knees Laying Mend Mending Mends Needle Needlework Patch Patched Patches Repair Repairing Repairs Rump Sewing Sews Shorts Siblings Sweet Thread Torn
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A Little Bit Behind!
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: A Heartwarming Scene from the 1940s Depicting the Unwavering Friendship and Kindness of Two Children During World War II Amidst the tumultuous backdrop of the 1940s, a time marked by the global conflict of World War II, this charming comic postcard captures a moment of innocence and camaraderie between two young friends. The scene unfolds as a kind and nimble-fingered girl, with a gentle expression on her face, assists her boy chum in mending his torn shorts. The date on the postcard suggests that this heartwarming moment occurred around 1942. The boy, with a concerned look, sits on the ground with his knees bent, revealing the tear in his shorts. His friend, a little girl with a determined expression, lays down on the grass behind him, her knees tucked under her, as she focuses intently on the task at hand. With a needle and thread in her hands, she skillfully mends the tear, her brow furrowed in concentration. The scene is further enlivened by the presence of a curious kitten, peering at the children from the sidelines. This delightful vignette encapsulates the spirit of friendship, kindness, and resilience that endured even during the most trying of times. The children's unwavering bond is a poignant reminder of the human capacity for connection and support, even amidst the chaos and uncertainty of war. The enduring appeal of this image lies in its ability to transport us to a simpler time, inviting us to reflect on the power of kindness and friendship, and the enduring human spirit.
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