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Extended family group at the seaside
Extended family group at the seaside - photographed with their backs to a fishing boat (perhaps to act as a windbreak?!) - note the News of the World bucket held by the middle child - perhaps an early example of a marketing give-away by the newspaper? Date: circa 1910s
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© Grenville Collins Postcard Collection / Tom Gillmor / Mary Evans
Bucket Extended Generations Grandparents News Promotional Sand Sandy Sep17 Spade
EDITORS COMMENTS
1. Title: "A Multigenerational Seaside Gathering: A Peek into the Past" This evocative photograph captures the essence of a cherished family moment, as an extended family group gathers at the seaside in the early 1910s. The scene is set against the backdrop of a quintessential English coastal resort, with the sandy beach stretching out before them and a fishing boat anchored in the distance. The family, dressed in their Sunday best, has turned their backs to the boat, perhaps using it as a makeshift windbreak against the cool sea breeze. The grandparents, dressed in Edwardian attire, sit at the heart of the group, with their children and grandchildren gathered around them. The children, full of excitement and wonder, engage in playful activities, with the middle child proudly holding a News of the World bucket and spade. This humble promotional giveaway from the News of the World newspaper, a popular British tabloid, adds an intriguing layer of history to this heartwarming image. The bucket and spade, symbols of childhood joy and innocence, have stood the test of time, remaining a quintessential part of seaside memories for generations. The photograph offers a poignant reminder of the importance of family, tradition, and the simple pleasures of a day at the seaside. It invites us to reflect on the rich tapestry of our collective history and the enduring bonds that connect us across the generations.
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