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Victory Loan Bonds MCF01_02_0593
Trafalgar Square, St James, Westminster, City of Westminster, Greater London. A view across a fountain in Trafalgar Square towards a large crowd of people gathered to buy Victory Loan bonds.
After the First World War the British government was heavily in debt and one of the ways they raised money was by selling Victory Loan bonds and certificates to the public. At this event, tents were erected in Trafalgar Square with bunting and patriotic slogans attached to Nelsons Column to advertise the sale of the bonds. This photograph is one of a group the photographer took in Trafalgar Square on the same day showing people buying Victory Loan bonds at about midday and then later on celebrating peace at about 6pm
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This print captures a momentous scene in Trafalgar Square, London, during the aftermath of the First World War. The British government, burdened with heavy debt, sought to alleviate its financial strain by offering Victory Loan bonds and certificates to the public. In this image, we witness a bustling crowd gathered around a fountain as they eagerly participate in purchasing these bonds. The atmosphere is charged with patriotism and hope for a brighter future. Tents adorned with vibrant bunting and patriotic slogans flank Nelson's Column, serving as beacons of advertisement for this significant event. It is an extraordinary sight that showcases both the resilience of the nation and its people's unwavering support for their country. Taken by photographer Katherine MacFee on that historic day, this photograph forms part of a series documenting various moments in Trafalgar Square. Notably captured at midday are individuals engrossed in acquiring Victory Loan bonds; later on at 6pm, another snapshot reveals jubilant celebrations marking peace restored. Through this image print from Historic England's collection, we are transported back to an era defined by sacrifice and unity. It serves as a reminder of how communities rallied together during times of crisis while also highlighting the significance of investments made towards rebuilding nations after war.
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