Residents of Links Avenue, Monkseaton, who decided to construct their own communal air

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Residents of Links Avenue, Monkseaton, who decided to construct their own communal air

Residents of Links Avenue, Monkseaton, who decided to construct their own communal air raid shelter shortly before the start of the Second World War.
They are pictured here at work on the first trench.
30th August 1939

NCJ
NCJ Archive
Mirrorpix
Newcastle
England

Media ID 21641737

© Mirrorpix

Air Raid Precautions Air Raid Shelter Construction Digging Small Group Of People Air Raid

EDITORS COMMENTS
Residents of Links Avenue, Monkseaton, take matters into their own hands as they construct a communal air raid shelter just before the outbreak of the Second World War. In this print from August 30th, 1939, we witness the determined group diligently working on their first trench. Amidst growing concerns about potential bombings and with limited government resources available at the time, these brave individuals decided to rely on their own skills and unity to protect themselves and their community. The image captures not only their physical labor but also showcases the strength of human resilience in times of adversity. The scene transports us back to an era when ordinary citizens became architects of safety amidst global turmoil. With shovels in hand and determination etched across their faces, these men epitomize the spirit that defined Britain's home front during WWII. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of how communities came together during wartime; neighbors united by a common goal - survival. It symbolizes both resourcefulness and solidarity as residents worked tirelessly to create a sanctuary against impending danger. Preserved through time by Memory Lane Prints, this snapshot offers us a glimpse into an extraordinary moment where ordinary people transformed themselves into heroes.

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