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Red Cross canteen, Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA, WW2

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Red Cross canteen, Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA, WW2

Red Cross canteen at Milwaukee Station (part of the Chicago, Milwaukee, St. Paul and Pacific Railway), Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA. With Red Cross nurses, soldiers in khaki uniform, and a sailor in blue naval uniform. Date: 1940s

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Armchair Armchairs Canteen Health Khaki Milwaukee Minneapolis Minnesota Nurse Nurses Padded Railroad Sailor Sailors Upholstered


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This evocative photograph captures the essence of the Red Cross canteen at Milwaukee Station in Minneapolis, Minnesota, during the 1940s. The Red Cross canteen was an essential part of the American war effort during World War II, providing comfort and respite for soldiers, sailors, and nurses traveling to and from the front lines. In this image, Red Cross nurses in their distinctive white uniforms and caps, along with soldiers in khaki uniforms and a sailor in a blue naval uniform, gather around an invitingly upholstered armchair. The scene exudes a sense of warmth and camaraderie amidst the chaos and uncertainty of wartime. Milwaukee Station, a part of the Chicago, Milwaukee, St. Paul and Pacific Railway, served as a crucial transportation hub during the war years. The Red Cross canteen was located within the station, offering weary travelers a moment of relief from their long journeys. The photograph's composition highlights the contrast between the harsh military uniforms and the soft, padded armchair, emphasizing the importance of the Red Cross's role in providing comfort and care during this time. The image is a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by the brave men and women who served during World War II and the vital role the Red Cross played in supporting them.

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