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Girl fireguard of twelve million trees. From the top of a 55ft fire watch tower in
Girl fireguard of twelve million trees. From the top of a 55ft fire watch tower in Rendlesham Forest near Woodbridge in East Anglia, 21-year-old Miss Maude Middleditch does a daily 9.5 hours watch over millions of pine trees. With powerful binoculars and a phone by her side she keeps a look out for fires caused by enemy action, carelessness or friction. Men do the night turn and fire fighters are instantly informed of the location of an outbreak from map reference. It is a quiet and lonely life for Maude knitting but high alert over the trees of this state forest. 6th September 1943
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Girl Fireguard - A Watchful Guardian of the Forest
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. In this photo print, we witness the unwavering dedication of Miss Maude Middleditch, a 21-year-old fireguard stationed atop a towering 55ft fire watch tower in Rendlesham Forest near Woodbridge. It is September 6th, 1943, and amidst the chaos of World War II, Miss Middleditch assumes her daily post to protect twelve million precious pine trees. With powerful binoculars at hand and a phone by her side, she remains vigilant against fires that may erupt due to enemy action, carelessness or friction. While men take over during night shifts, it is Maude who spends long hours alone on high alert during daylight hours. Her knitting needles serve as both companionship and solace amidst the quiet solitude. From her elevated vantage point, she meticulously scans every inch of the forest for any signs of danger. Should an outbreak occur, she swiftly relays precise map references to firefighters who rush into action without delay. This photograph captures not only the bravery and resilience exhibited by women like Maude during wartime but also serves as a poignant reminder of their often overlooked contributions. In this tranquil yet demanding role as guardian over Suffolk's state forest, Miss Middleditch stands tall with unwavering determination - protecting nature's beauty from destruction while war rages on beyond its borders.
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