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Jigsaw Puzzle : Lord Beaverbrook the Minister for Aircraft Production appealed for objects wholly or partly made of aluminium for the manufacture of aeroplanes. Photograph of a woman from the from the Women's Voluntary Service outside their town hall
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Lord Beaverbrook the Minister for Aircraft Production appealed for objects wholly or partly made of aluminium for the manufacture of aeroplanes. Photograph of a woman from the from the Women's Voluntary Service outside their town hall
Lord Beaverbrook the Minister for Aircraft Production appealed for objects wholly or partly made of aluminium for the manufacture of aeroplanes. Photograph of a woman from the from the Women's Voluntary Service outside their town hall, surrounded by kitchen utensils including a German steel helmet from World War One. Date: July 1940
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Jigsaw Puzzle (400 Pieces)
Step back in time with our captivating jigsaw puzzle from the Media Storehouse collection. This intriguing puzzle showcases a historical moment in aviation history, as Lord Beaverbrook, the Minister for Aircraft Production, makes an appeal for aluminum objects to be donated for aircraft manufacturing. The image also features a resolute woman from the Women's Voluntary Service, gathered outside their town hall, ready to support the war effort. This jigsaw puzzle, featuring an image from Mary Evans Prints Online, offers a unique blend of history and puzzle-solving fun. Immerse yourself in the past and bring this nostalgic scene to life, piece by piece.
400 piece puzzles are custom made in the UK and hand-finished on 100% recycled 1.5 mm millboard. There is a level of repetition in jigsaw shapes with each matching piece away from its pair. The completed puzzle measures 31x47cm and is delivered packaged in an attractive presentation box specially designed to fit most letter box slots
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Estimated Product Size is 31.5cm x 47.2cm (12.4" x 18.6")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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In this powerful photograph from July 1940, we see a woman from the Women's Voluntary Service standing proudly outside their town hall, surrounded by a collection of kitchen utensils. Lord Beaverbrook, the Minister for Aircraft Production during World War II, had made an urgent appeal for objects made of aluminium to aid in the manufacture of aeroplanes for the war effort.
Amongst the pots and pans donated by members of the community is a German steel helmet from World War One, serving as a stark reminder of past conflicts and the importance of coming together in times of need. The image captures not only the spirit of generosity and unity that defined wartime Britain but also highlights the resourcefulness and determination displayed by individuals on the home front.
As shortages became more prevalent due to increased demand for materials such as bauxite, campaigns like these were crucial in mobilizing civilian support for military production. This photograph serves as a poignant symbol of ordinary citizens making extraordinary contributions towards victory in a time when every little bit counted.
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