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Aileen Kearney (right) and her friend Marjorie Greenhalgh throwing a bucket of water over
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Aileen Kearney (right) and her friend Marjorie Greenhalgh throwing a bucket of water over
Aileen Kearney (right) and her friend Marjorie Greenhalgh throwing a bucket of water over photographer Cyril Maitland during the weekend heat wave at Butlins holiday camp in Ayr, Scotland.
6th June 1954
Cyril Maitland
Daily Mirror
Mirrorpix
Scotland
Media ID 21623959
© Mirrorpix
Bucket Camp Heat Only Teenage Girls Only Young Women Prank Splash Sunshine Swimming Costume Swimsuits Swimwear Two People
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In this delightful 1954 snapshot captured by Cyril Maitland, we witness the mischievous antics of Aileen Kearney and her friend Marjorie Greenhalgh during a scorching weekend at Butlins holiday camp in Ayr, Scotland. As the sun blazed overhead, these two teenage girls decided to beat the heat in their stylish swimsuits. With laughter dancing on their lips and mischief twinkling in their eyes, they hatched a plan to drench poor Cyril Maitland with an unexpected bucket of water. The frozen moment reveals pure joy as Aileen and Marjorie execute their prank flawlessly. The photographer's shock is palpable as he becomes an unwitting participant in their playful game. The carefree spirit of friendship radiates from the image, encapsulating the essence of youthful camaraderie amidst summer's embrace. Beyond its surface charm lies a testament to simpler times – where summers were spent frolicking on sandy beaches and creating memories that would last a lifetime. This photograph serves as a time capsule for fashion enthusiasts too; showcasing vintage swimwear trends that defined an era. As we gaze upon this timeless scene, it evokes nostalgia for days filled with sunshine and laughter. It reminds us to cherish those moments when life was unburdened by responsibilities or worries – when all that mattered was having fun with friends under clear blue skies.
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