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Five year old David Selby, of East Boldon really looks all set for Guy Fawkes or Bonfire
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Five year old David Selby, of East Boldon really looks all set for Guy Fawkes or Bonfire
Five year old David Selby, of East Boldon really looks all set for Guy Fawkes or Bonfire Night with his fireworks in in November 1962
NCJ
NCJ Archive
Mirrorpix
England
Media ID 21391828
© Mirrorpix
Bonfire Night Customs Fireworks Guy Fawkes Uk Social History
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In this print from November 1962, we are transported back to a simpler time when the excitement of Bonfire Night filled the air. Five-year-old David Selby, hailing from East Boldon, exudes an infectious enthusiasm as he eagerly prepares for the festivities ahead. With his eyes sparkling and a mischievous grin on his face, it is clear that David is all set to embrace the magic of Guy Fawkes night. Clutching a bundle of colorful fireworks tightly in his small hands, David embodies the innocence and wonderment of childhood during this cherished tradition. The vibrant hues of reds, blues, and yellows contrast against his youthful complexion, creating a striking visual representation of joy and anticipation. This snapshot not only captures a moment frozen in time but also serves as a window into UK social history during the 1960s. It reminds us of long-standing customs and traditions that have been passed down through generations. Bonfires crackling under starry skies while fireworks illuminate the darkness; these timeless scenes evoke nostalgia for simpler times when communities gathered together to celebrate shared experiences. As we gaze upon this photograph by NCJ from Memory Lane Prints, we cannot help but be reminded of our own childhood memories or perhaps even imagine ourselves standing beside young David with our own box full of fireworks ready to light up the night sky.
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