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A boys best friend is his dog, they say, but how about when that dog is mechanical
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A boys best friend is his dog, they say, but how about when that dog is mechanical
A boys best friend is his dog, they say, but how about when that dog is mechanical? Thats a problem being faced by many British parents now that mechanical toys are appearing on the market again - for the first time in six years. British kids of six, or under, have never known what it is to have a regular, brand- new toy, and you can never be quite sure how they ll take to innovations! Here you see one youngsters typical reaction. The mechanical dog is " Wakouwa", who can obey all commands just as soon as asked. Hes made by Lines Bros. whose Merton, London, toy factory is the largest in the world.
Circa 1949
P004791
WATFORD
Mirrorpix
London
Greater London
England
Media ID 21322622
© Mirrorpix
Boys Robot Surprise Toys Expressions
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In this print from Memory Lane Prints, we are transported back to the year 1949, where a young boy's world is about to be turned upside down by an unexpected mechanical companion. As the saying goes, "A boy's best friend is his dog" but what happens when that loyal companion is no longer flesh and blood but instead a remarkable creation of gears and wires? This image captures the sheer surprise and wonderment on the face of this British youngster as he encounters his very first mechanical toy - Wakouwa, the obedient robotic dog. Produced by Lines Bros. , renowned for their Merton-based toy factory which held the title of being the largest in the world at that time. The photograph also sheds light on an interesting dilemma faced by British parents during this era. After six long years without access to new toys due to post-war scarcity, these innovative mechanical playthings were making their way back into children's lives. The question lingered: how would these young ones react? Would they embrace these technological marvels with open arms or remain loyal to traditional toys? This timeless snapshot serves as a testament to childhood innocence and curiosity in an ever-changing world. It reminds us that even in simpler times, innovation could still spark astonishment and delight among our little ones.
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