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The Columbia club (American red cross club) organised a hayride
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The Columbia club (American red cross club) organised a hayride
The Columbia club (American red cross club) organised a hayride and picnic lunch for the US forces and their friends as a celebration of American Independence Day soldier and girlfriend doing the jitterbug, Sunday 4th July 1943
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Media ID 21247713
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1943 Jive Military Army Occupations
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The Columbia Club Celebrates American Independence Day with a Spirited Hayride and Jitterbug Dance
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. In this black-and-white print from 1943, we are transported back to the heart of World War II. The Columbia Club, an American Red Cross club dedicated to supporting the US forces and their friends, organized a joyous celebration in honor of American Independence Day. The image captures the essence of camaraderie and resilience as soldiers and their girlfriends come together for a day filled with laughter, dancing, and good old-fashioned fun. Against the backdrop of rolling fields adorned with hay bales, couples can be seen twirling around on the makeshift dance floor. As strains of lively music fill the air, one particular soldier and his girlfriend steal the spotlight as they expertly perform the jitterbug. Their infectious energy spreads throughout the gathering crowd, creating an atmosphere brimming with happiness amidst uncertain times. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of how even during wartime, people found solace in moments like these – where worries were momentarily forgotten and bonds were strengthened. It symbolizes not only a celebration of independence but also unity among those who served on America's home front. Preserved through time by Memory Lane Prints, this snapshot invites us to reflect upon our past while honoring those who sacrificed so much for freedom during that tumultuous era.
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