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WW2 greetings card, Corporal Joan Pearson
WW2 greetings card, Corporal J.D.M. Pearson, official war picture by Laura Knight, official war picture from the National Gallery. The message inside reads: When an aircraft crashed near her quarters at a Royal Air Force Station, Corporal Pearson rushed out and, although the aircraft was burning and she knew that there were bombs aboard, she stood on the wreckage, roused the severely injured pilot, who was stunned, and assisted him to get clear, releasing his parachute harness in doing so. When he was on the ground, a 120 pound bomb went off about 30 yards away. Corporal Pearson at once threw herself on the top of the pilot to protect him from the blast and splinters. Her prompt and courageous action undoubtedly helped to save the pilots life. Joan Daphne Mary Pearson (1911-2000) was awarded the Empire Gallantry Medal (EGM), later to become the George Cross, for her heroism. Date: circa 1942
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This poignant WW2 greetings card features an official war picture of Corporal Joan Daphne Mary Pearson (1911-2000), taken by renowned artist Laura Knight from the National Gallery. The image captures the moment of bravery and selflessness that earned Pearson the Empire Gallantry Medal (EGM), later upgraded to the George Cross. The scene depicted on the card is set at a Royal Air Force Station during the height of WW2, circa 1942. The story begins when an aircraft crashed near Pearson's quarters, and despite the knowledge that there were bombs aboard and the aircraft was burning, she rushed out to assist. With courage and quick thinking, she managed to rouse the severely injured pilot, who was stunned, and helped him to safety, releasing his parachute harness in the process. Just as they reached the ground, a 120-pound bomb went off about 30 yards away. Without hesitation, Pearson threw herself on top of the pilot to protect him from the blast and splinters. Her prompt and heroic actions undoubtedly saved the pilot's life. This card is a testament to the courage and bravery of the women who served during the war. Pearson's story is one of many that remind us of the sacrifices and heroism that defined the WW2 era. The card's simple yet powerful design, featuring Pearson in her tin helmet and holding a piece of wreckage, adds to its historical significance. This is a must-have for any WW2 or military history collection.
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