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Queues for bread on VJ day in Derby. 15th August 1945
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Queues for bread on VJ day in Derby. 15th August 1945
Staf
Derby Telegraph
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Derby
England
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Media ID 21878472
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1945 Bakers Derbyshire East Midlands Peace Queue Rationing Shoppers Shops And Shopping Vj Day War And Conflict
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Queues for bread on VJ day in Derby. 15th August 1945
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This poignant photograph captures a significant moment in history - the end of World War II. On the bustling streets of Derby, England, citizens eagerly wait in long queues outside bakeries to secure their daily ration of bread. The date is etched into our collective memory: 15th August 1945, Victory over Japan Day (VJ day). The image offers a glimpse into the hardships endured by ordinary people during wartime. Rationing was a way of life, ensuring that essential supplies were distributed fairly among the population. As peace finally dawns after years of conflict and sacrifice, these queues symbolize both resilience and hope. In this snapshot frozen in time, we witness individuals from all walks of life patiently waiting side by side - soldiers returning home from battlefields abroad, weary mothers with children clinging to their aprons, elderly couples who have weathered countless storms together. The scene also serves as a reminder that even amidst celebration and relief at war's end, challenges still lay ahead for post-war recovery efforts. It showcases the strength and determination of communities coming together to rebuild their lives after enduring so much loss. Staf's print transports us back to an era when unity prevailed over adversity; it encapsulates the spirit of those who lived through one of humanity's darkest chapters while offering us an opportunity to reflect on our own journey towards peace and prosperity today.
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