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Fine Art Print : Boy scouts on bicycles, Ceylon (Sri Lanka), WW2
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Boy scouts on bicycles, Ceylon (Sri Lanka), WW2
Boy scouts on bicycles, Ceylon (Sri Lanka). They are collecting waste paper and old tins to help raise money for the War Fund, probably during the Second World War. Date: circa 1940s
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Media ID 14185920
© The Scout Association / Mary Evans
Activities Activity Bicycle Bicycles Ceylon Collecting Cycle Cycles Finance Financial Fund Fundraising Lanka Lankan Money Raise Raising Recycling Tins Waste Scout Scouting Scouts
A2 (42x59cm) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with this captivating Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse, featuring Boy Scouts in Ceylon (now Sri Lanka) collecting waste paper and old tins for the War Fund during the 1940s. This evocative image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports us to a bygone era of courage, community spirit, and resilience. Add a touch of history and nostalgia to your home or office decor with this beautifully preserved piece of photographic art. Rights Managed through Media Storehouse.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 59.4cm x 38.6cm (23.4" x 15.2")
Estimated Product Size is 59.4cm x 42cm (23.4" x 16.5")
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.
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This evocative photograph captures a group of Boy Scouts in Ceylon (now Sri Lanka) during the 1940s, engaging in a wartime collection activity to support the War Fund in the midst of World War II. Dressed in their distinctive uniforms, the scouts are seen cycling along a dusty road, each carrying large baskets or bags attached to their bicycles. The purpose of their outing was to collect waste paper and old tins, which would be recycled and sold for a profit to contribute towards the financial needs of the war effort. The image beautifully encapsulates the spirit of community and resilience during wartime, as young boys took it upon themselves to make a difference through their scouting activities. The scene is reminiscent of a simpler time, with the scouts' bicycles serving as their primary mode of transport and the rugged terrain of Ceylon's roads providing a picturesque backdrop to their noble cause. This photograph offers a fascinating glimpse into the past, providing a poignant reminder of the sacrifices and innovations that characterized life during the 1940s.
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