Canvas Print : Notebook recording quantities of comforts for soldiers
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Notebook recording quantities of comforts for soldiers
Small manuscript notebook recording quantities of comforts for soldiers and their destination units between 4 Aug 1914-1917 and 2 Sep 1939-1940. Compiled by an unknown individual working as part of an unidentified Comforts Fund possibly in Scotland, from the surnames given. Associated with World War One (1914-1918) and World War Two (1939-1945). Date: 1915
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Media ID 14170493
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Comforts Destination Dispatch Guide Manuscript Notebook Quantities Recording Units
20"x16" (50x40cm) Canvas Print
Introducing the moving and poignant "Notebook recording quantities of comforts for soldiers" from our Media Storehouse Canvas Prints collection, exclusively licensed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This evocative image captures a small manuscript notebook filled with meticulous records of comfort items and their designated military units during the tumultuous periods of World War I and II. Bring history into your home with this inspiring and thought-provoking canvas print, a timeless tribute to the sacrifices and resilience of soldiers and their support networks. Order yours today and let this powerful piece of history touch your heart.
Ready to hang Premium Gloss Canvas Print. Our archival quality canvas prints are made from Polyester and Cotton mix and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for transit.
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Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative and intriguing small manuscript notebook records the meticulous compilation of comforts dispatched to soldiers serving in various units during the tumultuous periods of World War One from August 1914 to 1917, and World War Two from September 1939 to 1940. The unidentified individual, working tirelessly as a dedicated volunteer for an unnamed Comforts Fund, painstakingly documented the quantities and destinations of these essential provisions. The pages of this notebook bear witness to the immense effort and sacrifice made by countless individuals during these global conflicts. The entries reveal a diverse range of items, from the mundane yet essential, such as socks, tobacco, and chocolate, to the more personal and thoughtful, like photographs, letters, and even Christmas puddings. The notebook's entries are interspersed with the names of units and their respective destinations, providing a fascinating glimpse into the logistical challenges faced during wartime. The entries for World War One are predominantly from Scottish units, suggesting a local focus for this particular Comforts Fund. This historical artifact offers a poignant reminder of the human spirit's resilience and compassion during times of adversity. The notebook's pages serve as a guide to the sacrifices made by ordinary people and the comforts that brought a sense of normalcy and morale to soldiers far from home. The manuscript notebook, dating back to 1915, is an invaluable historical resource that sheds light on the efforts made to support soldiers during the First and Second World Wars. Its pages tell a story of unity, determination, and the enduring power of community support during times of conflict.
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