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Unable to get their weekend meat rations owing to the transport strike Londoners
Unable to get their weekend meat rations owing to the transport strike Londoners queue for horse flesh outside a shop in Brixton
11th January 1947
TopFoto independent historic photographs and images all subjects and eras
Media ID 10984764
© John Topham / TopFoto.co.uk
Horse Butcher Food Shortage Queues
10"x8" (25x20cm) Photo Print
Step back in time with this evocative photograph from the Media Storehouse archive. Taken in January 1947 by renowned photographer General for TopFoto, this image captures the resilience of Londoners during a transport strike. Queuing outside a shop in Brixton, they are unable to secure their weekend meat rations. This powerful and poignant photograph is a testament to the spirit of community and determination in the face of adversity. Add this historic image to your collection and bring a piece of history into your home or office.
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Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
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This print captures a poignant moment in London's history during the transport strike of 1947. In this snapshot, we witness the resilience and resourcefulness of Londoners as they patiently queue outside a shop in Brixton, desperately seeking their weekend meat rations. However, due to the scarcity caused by the strike, what awaits them is an unconventional solution - horse flesh. The image showcases a unique aspect of this challenging time: horsemeat becoming an unexpected source of sustenance for human consumption. As people stand in line with determination etched on their faces, it serves as a stark reminder of the food shortage that plagued post-war Britain. Amidst bomb-scarred streets and rationed supplies, this photograph encapsulates both hardship and survival instincts. It transports us back to an era where queues were not just for leisurely pursuits but rather essential for securing basic necessities. Photographed by General from TopFoto, this historical document offers us a glimpse into the past while raising questions about our own relationship with food security today. It reminds us that even in times of crisis, communities find ways to adapt and persevere against all odds. As we reflect upon this powerful image, let it serve as a testament to human resilience and solidarity during trying times – reminding us that unity can prevail even when faced with adversity.
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