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Women of the River Emergency Service, September 1939
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Women of the River Emergency Service, September 1939
Women of the River Emergency Services standing in a line in full uniform, complete with helmet and scissors slung on a cord around thier necks. The River Emergency Service was established to ensure the smooth running of the Thames during the war and stationed over a dozen aid and ambulance boats, formerly pleasure cruisers, along the river, each with a doctor, nurses and women with basic first aid training.
1939
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September 1939: Women of the River Emergency Service Prepare for Duty Amidst the chaos and uncertainty of the early days of World War II, the Thames River in London continued to pulse with the rhythm of life, carrying on the essential functions that kept the city running. In response to the war, the River Emergency Service (RES) was established, a vital organization tasked with ensuring the smooth operation of the river and providing aid and medical assistance to those in need. In this striking photograph from the Illustrated London News, a line of Women of the River Emergency Service stand proudly in their full uniform, each wearing a helmet and carrying a pair of scissors slung on a cord around their necks. The former pleasure cruisers, now repurposed as aid and ambulance boats, were stationed along the Thames, each manned by a doctor, nurses, and women with basic first aid training. The Women of the River Emergency Service played a crucial role during this time, serving as a vital link in the chain of survival for those affected by the war. Their quick response and dedication saved countless lives, making them unsung heroes of the Thames during World War II. As the war raged on, the Women of the River Emergency Service stood ready, their uniforms and helmets a testament to their unwavering commitment to the people of London. This powerful image serves as a reminder of their bravery and resilience during a time when the world was forever changed.
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