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Its the craziest tangle the police have ever had to sort out at as mothers
Its the craziest tangle the police have ever had to sort out at as mothers and fathers left their children outside the new woolworths store shorty after its opening in Chelmsley Wood, Solihull.
26th February 1971
Birmingham Post and Mail Archive
Mirrorpix
Birmingham
England
BPM 7102 6248
Media ID 21806065
© Mirrorpix
Babies Busy Chaos Department Store Panic Police Prams Queuing Security Shop Woolworth Woolworths 1971 General Store
14"x11" (28x35cm) Metal Print
Step into the past with our latest addition to the Media Storehouse Metal Prints collection. This captivating image, titled "The Craziest Tangle," captured by Mirrorpix, takes you back to a time when the opening of a new Woolworths store in Chelmsley Wood, Solihull, brought out the whole community. Witness the chaotic scene of mothers and fathers trying to manage their children's excitement outside the store entrance. Our high-quality metal prints bring your favorite memories to life, adding a unique and vibrant touch to your home decor. Experience the magic of history in every detail.
Our Metal Prints feature rounded corners and rear fixings for easy wall mounting. Images are directly printed onto a lightweight, high quality 5mm thick, durable metallic surface for a vivid and vibrant finish. Available in 2 sizes, 28x35cm (14x11) and 50x40cm (20x16). The unique material is fade, moisture, chemical and scratch resistant to help ensure this art lasts a lifetime.
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Estimated Product Size is 35.5cm x 27.9cm (14" x 11")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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In this print from 1971, we witness the aftermath of a chaotic scene that unfolded outside the newly opened Woolworths store in Chelmsley Wood, Solihull. It was undoubtedly the craziest tangle that police had ever encountered as mothers and fathers left their children unattended while rushing inside to explore the wonders of this bustling department store. The image depicts a moment of panic and chaos, with babies nestled in prams and young children anxiously waiting for their parents amidst a sea of people. The sheer number of individuals gathered outside the store is overwhelming, creating an atmosphere teeming with excitement and anticipation. As security personnel attempt to restore order, it becomes evident just how overwhelmed they are by this unexpected situation. The police find themselves at the epicenter of this frenzy, tasked with untangling a web of anxious parents desperately trying to locate their little ones among the crowd. This snapshot captures not only a specific moment in time but also reflects broader societal changes during the 1970s when shopping became more accessible and popularized. It serves as a reminder of how our shopping habits have evolved over decades – from small general stores to large-scale department stores like Woolworths. Preserved through Memory Lane Prints, this photograph offers us an intriguing glimpse into history; reminding us that even seemingly mundane moments can hold great significance when viewed through the lens of time.
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