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Old character with young boys, threshing machinery in the background, 1932
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Old character with young boys, threshing machinery in the background, 1932
Photograph by George Garland
Garland Collection
West Sussex Record Office Ref No: Garland N6084
West Sussex County Council Record Office contains a fascinating history of the county of West Sussex, England
Media ID 5978083
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This photograph, taken in 1932 by the talented George Garland, transports us back to a simpler time in rural West Sussex. In this nostalgic scene, an old character stands proudly alongside two young boys against the backdrop of a magnificent threshing machinery. The image exudes a sense of camaraderie and intergenerational connection as the trio appears engrossed in conversation or perhaps sharing tales from days gone by. The weathered face of the elderly man tells stories of hard work and resilience, while his eyes sparkle with wisdom accumulated over years spent on these very lands. His presence evokes a deep sense of nostalgia for an era when life revolved around manual labor and close-knit communities. Intriguingly, behind them looms the imposing threshing machinery – a symbol of progress that revolutionized farming practices during that period. Its towering presence serves as a reminder of how technology gradually transformed rural landscapes like West Sussex. Preserved within the Garland Collection at West Sussex Record Office, this remarkable snapshot captures not only the essence of rural life but also highlights the importance of preserving our heritage for future generations to appreciate. It is through such images that we can truly grasp both our roots and how far we have come. As we gaze upon this print, we are transported back to an idyllic time filled with simplicity, hard work, and community spirit—a testament to West Sussex's rich history etched forever in this single frame captured by George Garland's lens.
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