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A farmer ploughing a field with a tractor. Alongside are old cars which have been
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A farmer ploughing a field with a tractor. Alongside are old cars which have been
A farmer ploughing a field with a tractor. Alongside are old cars which have been parked in order to cause obstruction to enemy gliders carrying invasion troops which may want to land on the field.
1939
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Defence English Rural Life Farm Farm Hand Farm Machinery Farm Worker Farmer Farming Field Furrows Heavy Horse Home Front Homefront Horse Drawn Plough Rural Life Team Tractor Work Horse Working Horses World War Two Ww2 Second World War Ww2 Wwii World War Two
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This print captures a significant moment in English rural life during the 1930s. In the image, we see a determined farmer ploughing his field with a sturdy tractor, accompanied by an intriguing sight alongside him – old cars deliberately parked to obstruct potential enemy gliders carrying invasion troops. This strategic measure was taken as an anti-invasion precaution during World War Two. The photograph exudes the essence of hard work and resilience that defined this era. The furrows created by the plough serve as a visual testament to the laborious efforts put forth by farm hands and workers like this dedicated farmer. With heavy horses no longer being used for such tasks, tractors had become indispensable tools on farms. As Europe faced the looming threat of war, every aspect of daily life became intertwined with defense measures on the home front. This particular scene showcases how even seemingly ordinary activities like farming were transformed into acts of resistance against potential invaders. John Topham's expertly captured monochrome composition transports us back to a time when unity and determination prevailed amidst uncertainty. It serves as a powerful reminder of both the challenges faced and sacrifices made during this tumultuous period in history.
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