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One of the most up to date mobile canteens in the country
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One of the most up to date mobile canteens in the country
One of the most up to date mobile canteens in the country.
The canteen aquired by The Liverpool Gas Company.
It will be stationed Broadway, Norris Green and also tour the area from Freshfield to Speke in Liverpool. It will also have loudspeakers to inform the residents on how to save fuel.
Picture taken 22nd July 1942
Marsh
Liverpool Echo
Mirrorpix
Liverpool
Merseyside
England
Reach 4349 B/W print.jpg
Media ID 21883597
© Mirrorpix
1942 Canteen Coffee Home Guard Merseyside Mobile
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This print captures one of the most advanced mobile canteens in the country during the 1940s. Acquired by The Liverpool Gas Company, this state-of-the-art canteen is set to serve the community from Broadway, Norris Green, and tour various areas from Freshfield to Speke in Liverpool. Equipped with loudspeakers, it not only provides refreshments but also plays a crucial role in educating residents on fuel conservation during these challenging times of conflict. Taken on July 22nd, 1942, this image transports us back to the home front of World War II. As part of the war effort, mobile canteens like this served as vital hubs for soldiers and civilians alike. Offering much-needed respite with cups of steaming tea or coffee, they provided comfort and a sense of unity amidst turmoil. The significance of this photograph lies not only in its depiction of a modern facility but also in its representation of resilience and community spirit during wartime. It serves as a poignant reminder that even amid chaos and uncertainty, acts of kindness and support can flourish. Preserved by Marsh's lens through Memory Lane Prints, this snapshot encapsulates an era defined by sacrifice and determination. Let it transport you back to a time when simple gestures like sharing a cuppa brought solace amidst adversity.
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