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In pre-war days Mr C H Sexs blacksmith shop in Surrey used to make ornamental
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In pre-war days Mr C H Sexs blacksmith shop in Surrey used to make ornamental
In pre-war days Mr C H Sexs blacksmith shop in Surrey used to make ornamental and fancy ironwork. Now all this is stopped and he spends his time on more essential work, shoeing horses, mending farm carts and special work for the armed services. This Smithy shop also uses an acetylene plant.
The Smithy at work, the old horse looks on and the village boy watches the new work with as much interest as in pre-war days. 7th December 1943
Henry How
Daily Mirror
Mirrorpix
London
England
Media ID 21739340
© Mirrorpix
1943 Anvil Blacksmith Horse Metal Work War And Conflict
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This print from Memory Lane Prints takes us back to the pre-war era, where Mr. C H Sexs' blacksmith shop in Surrey was renowned for its exquisite ornamental and fancy ironwork. However, with the outbreak of war, all non-essential work came to a halt, and Mr. Sexs dedicated his time to more crucial tasks such as shoeing horses, mending farm carts, and undertaking special projects for the armed services. The image showcases the bustling smithy at work, with an old horse observing attentively as sparks fly from the anvil. Standing nearby is a village boy who watches this new line of work with equal fascination as he did in peaceful times before the war ravaged their lives. It is December 7th, 1943 – a period when industries were mobilized towards supporting the war effort during World War II. The blacksmith's shop also boasts an acetylene plant that aids in carrying out essential metalwork required by various sectors involved in conflict. Henry How's photograph captures not only a moment frozen in time but also reflects on how communities adapted and redirected their skills towards serving their nation amidst turmoil. This snapshot encapsulates both nostalgia for simpler days gone by and resilience amid adversity—a testament to human ingenuity even during times of great upheaval like World War II.
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