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Post World War Two - Second World War - City grocery assistant, Mr William Wanup
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Post World War Two - Second World War - City grocery assistant, Mr William Wanup
Post World War Two - Second World War - City grocery assistant, Mr William Wanup, makes a celebration cut on the first day of derationing of butter, 14 years after rationing of it began.
10th May 1954
NCJ - Kemsley
NCJ Archive
Mirrorpix
England
Media ID 21645210
© Mirrorpix
Butter Grocer Groceries One Young Man Only Rationing Workers World War 2
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Capturing a Moment of Joy: Mr. William Wanup Celebrates the End of Butter Rationing". In this photo print, we are transported back to the 10th of May, 1954, when a city grocery assistant named Mr. William Wanup marked an important milestone in post-World War Two history. After enduring fourteen long years of rationing, butter was finally being liberated from its scarcity. With his apron tied tightly around his waist and a gleam in his eyes, Mr. Wanup stands proudly behind the counter as he holds up a knife poised above a golden block of butter. The lines etched on his face tell stories of resilience and hard work during those challenging times. This image encapsulates not only the end of rationing but also symbolizes hope for brighter days ahead. It serves as a testament to the strength and determination displayed by workers like Mr. Wanup who tirelessly served their communities amidst wartime hardships. As we gaze upon this snapshot frozen in time, let us remember the sacrifices made during World War Two and appreciate how simple pleasures such as butter could bring immense joy to individuals like Mr. Wanup and countless others across the nation. Thanks to Memory Lane Prints' preservation efforts, we can now relive these historic moments that shaped our world today – reminding us never to take for granted what previous generations fought so valiantly for.
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