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The ordinary man and woman is rewarded in the second part of the New Years honours list
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The ordinary man and woman is rewarded in the second part of the New Years honours list
The ordinary man and woman is rewarded in the second part of the New Years honours list.
Miss Elsie Bedford of the Womens Land Army from Plaistow in London, busy with her charges at St. Just-In- Roseland, Cornwall where she gained her British Empire Medal award.
4th January 1944
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Daily Mirror
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St Just-In-Roseland
England
Media ID 21886220
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1944 Agriculture Awards Cattle Cows Farm Farming Honours
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In this photo print, we witness the recognition and celebration of ordinary individuals who contributed immensely during a tumultuous time in history. The second part of the New Year's honours list unveils Miss Elsie Bedford, an unsung hero from the Women's Land Army in Plaistow, London. Immersed in her duties at St. Just-In-Roseland, Cornwall, she tends to her charges with unwavering dedication and compassion. The image captures Miss Bedford amidst a picturesque farm setting, surrounded by gentle cattle grazing peacefully under her watchful eye. Her commitment to agriculture and animal welfare is commendable as she embodies resilience and hard work during the challenging years of World War II. On this momentous day - 4th January 1944 - Miss Elsie Bedford receives the prestigious British Empire Medal award for her remarkable contributions. This accolade symbolizes not only her personal triumph but also represents countless ordinary men and women who selflessly served their country during those trying times. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder that heroes come in all forms; they are often found among us carrying out their daily tasks without seeking recognition or glory. Through Memory Lane Prints' lens, we are transported back to an era where hardworking individuals like Miss Bedford played an integral role in shaping our world today.
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