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Birmingham children, most of whom have fathers in the Services
Birmingham children, most of whom have fathers in the Services and mothers in munitions factories - helping to entertain Buzz Bomb evacuees who had the first quiet weekend they have had for weeks. All over Birmingham where Holidays at Home are in full swing, thousands of children from London and the South coast laughed and romped in parks and enjoyed themselves on swings, roundabouts and at sideshows. Birmingham children, who have themselves been evacuated in the past, set out this weekend to give their brothers and sisters from the south a good time. 15th July 1944
Arthur Greated
Daily Mirror
Mirrorpix
Birmingham
England
Media ID 21890068
© Mirrorpix
1944 Birmingham Evacuation Evacuees Maypole West Midlands
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This print captures a heartwarming moment during the tumultuous times of World War II. The image showcases a group of Birmingham children, whose fathers are serving in the armed forces while their mothers work tirelessly in munitions factories. These resilient youngsters have taken it upon themselves to entertain evacuees who have sought refuge from the dreaded Buzz Bombs. In this snapshot frozen in time, we witness pure joy and laughter as these children create an atmosphere of fun for their fellow brothers and sisters from London and the South coast. It is a rare occasion where they can forget about the hardships brought by war and simply enjoy being carefree kids. As Holidays at Home sweep across Birmingham, thousands of children find solace in parks filled with swings, roundabouts, sideshows, and endless opportunities for amusement. Having experienced evacuation themselves in the past, these Birmingham children embrace their role as hosts wholeheartedly. They are determined to give their southern counterparts an unforgettable weekend filled with happiness. Taken on July 15th, 1944 by Arthur Greated, this photograph serves as a poignant reminder that even amidst chaos and conflict, humanity's spirit endures. It encapsulates not only the resilience but also the compassion displayed by these young souls during one of history's darkest periods - a testament to our ability to find light even within darkness itself.
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