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Children with their guy on a Cardiff Street. 25th October 1974
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Children with their guy on a Cardiff Street. 25th October 1974
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Western Mail Archive
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Cardiff
Wales
Media ID 21766570
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1974 Begging Bonfire Night Cardiff Customs Dummy Seventies Wheelbarrow Pennies
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Children with their guy on a Cardiff Street. 25th October 1974
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. This print from Memory Lane Prints takes us back to the vibrant streets of Cardiff in the 1970s. On a crisp autumn day, we witness a heartwarming scene that encapsulates both childhood innocence and age-old traditions. In this snapshot frozen in time, a group of children proudly display their meticulously crafted "guy" - an effigy made from old clothes stuffed with newspaper. With beaming smiles and sparkling eyes, they push their creation through the bustling streets using an old wheelbarrow as their chariot. It is late October, just days before Bonfire Night, when communities across the United Kingdom would gather around roaring fires to celebrate Guy Fawkes' failed attempt to blow up Parliament centuries ago. These resourceful youngsters have taken it upon themselves to create this symbolic figurehead for the festivities. As passersby stop to admire these young artisans at work, some kind-hearted souls drop pennies into the makeshift collection tin attached to the guy's chest – a gesture meant not only as appreciation but also as support for these children who are embracing tradition while trying to make ends meet. The image captures not only a moment in time but also reflects on themes of resilience and unity within Welsh culture. It serves as a poignant reminder of how customs can bring people together regardless of age or background – even during times when life may present challenges unseen by innocent eyes.
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