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Bristol children playing cricket in the street in Barton Hill during the war
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Bristol children playing cricket in the street in Barton Hill during the war
Bristol children playing cricket in the street in Barton Hill during the war. Circa June 1943
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Bristol Post
Mirrorpix
Bristol
Avon
England
Media ID 21761522
© Mirrorpix
1943 Bristol Flashback Not Personality South West War And
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Captured in this nostalgic photograph, we are transported back to the streets of Barton Hill in Bristol during the height of World War II. It is June 1943, and despite the turmoil and uncertainty that surrounds them, a group of resilient Bristol children find solace and joy in a game of cricket. In this snapshot frozen in time, we witness their innocence and resilience as they gather together on an empty street transformed into their makeshift cricket pitch. The worn-out cobblestones serve as their wicket, while improvised bats made from broken broom handles become their weapons against adversity. The backdrop tells its own story - war-torn buildings stand tall behind them, remnants of a city scarred by conflict. Yet these spirited youngsters remain undeterred, finding refuge within the simplicity of childhood games amidst chaos. Their laughter echoes through the air as they chase each other around bases marked by chalk lines drawn with care. For a brief moment, worries fade away as they immerse themselves in this timeless pastime. This print from Memory Lane Prints serves not only as a visual reminder but also evokes emotions that transcend time itself. It invites us to reflect upon the strength and resilience found within communities even during times of great hardship.
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