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An RAF instructor speaking to a group of Women's Auxiliary Air Force (WAAF) trainees during an outdoor lecture at the No. 2 School of Photography in Blackpool.
The RAF's No. 2 School of Photography was established in August 1940 to meet the rapidly increasing need for more photographers and photographic technicians to aid with aerial reconnaissance during the Second World War. The School was based at the Blackpool Technical College and Palatine Secondary School in Blackpool. Training of women at the School began in 1941.
This photograph is one of a set taken by Barnet Saidman, an RAF officer on the staff at the No. 2 School, and other colleagues, which was compiled into an album and presented to Squadron Leader W H Dunton, officer in charge of the No. 2 School. The album documents the training programme for the WAAF's at the No. 2 School, and is accompanied by written captions. The original album is held by the Defence School of Photography. A second set of prints was collected and presented within the album compiled by Knicky Chapman, who was herself on the staff at the No. 2 School.'
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Discover historic moments with our Framed Prints, featuring authentic images from Historic England. This Framed Print shows an RAF instructor speaking to WAAF trainees during an outdoor lecture at the No. 2 School of Photography in Blackpool, a fascinating piece of British history for any aviation enthusiast or collector of vintage photography.

A group of Women's Auxiliary Air Force trainees gather attentively around an RAF instructor during an outdoor lecture. The instructor stands at the center, speaking to the women with a serious expression. Behind him, a blurred background of trees and buildings can be seen. In this photograph, a sense of focus and dedication is conveyed through the students' posture and facial expressions. The image captures a moment in time when knowledge is being shared and skills are being learned. Printed on paper, this photograph serves as a snapshot of history.

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Wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 fade resistant photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (36x31cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, 40mm wide x 15mm Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: measurements provided are estimated outer dimensions, which include both the image and the frame. While we aim to keep sizing consistent, exact dimensions may vary slightly due to differences in print size or production requirements, which may result in a variation in the overall size (up to approximately 2.5cm (1"))

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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 24.4cm x 17.4cm (9.6" x 6.9")

Estimated Product Size is 36cm x 31cm (14.2" x 12.2")