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South Hams Evacuation. On the November the 4th Devon County Council were informed
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South Hams Evacuation. On the November the 4th Devon County Council were informed
South Hams Evacuation.
On the November the 4th Devon County Council were informed by the War Office that Slapton Sands and the adjourning 30, 000 acres are to be evacuated.
The area had been designated a battle excise area for the US army in preparation for the D-DAY landings.
(Picture) Slapton resident Fred Blank moving out of his home watched by US soldier.
Circa November 1943
Official
Daily Mirror
Mirrorpix
United Kingdom
Media ID 21834052
© Mirrorpix
1943 Chairs D Day Evacuation Furniture Lorry Operation Overlord Soldier Truck
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This print captures a significant moment in history - the South Hams Evacuation. On November 4th, 1943, Devon County Council received word from the War Office that Slapton Sands and its surrounding 30,000 acres were to be evacuated. The area had been designated as a battle exercise zone for the US army in preparation for the monumental D-DAY landings. In this poignant image, we see Slapton resident Fred Blank reluctantly leaving his home under the watchful eye of a US soldier. It is a snapshot frozen in time, showcasing the human impact of war and conflict on ordinary people's lives during World War II. The photograph exudes an atmosphere of uncertainty and upheaval as Fred Blank moves out with his belongings loaded onto a lorry nearby. Chairs and furniture are piled up alongside him, symbolizing both displacement and resilience amidst wartime challenges. As Operation Overlord loomed closer, this evacuation was crucial to ensure military training operations could proceed unhindered. This powerful image serves as a reminder of sacrifice made by individuals like Fred Blank who had to leave their homes behind for the greater cause. Preserved by Memory Lane Prints, this print offers us an intimate glimpse into one family's experience during this tumultuous period in history. It stands as a testament to bravery and endurance while honoring those who played their part on both sides of World War II without mentioning any commercial use or specific company involvement
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