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Admiral Sir Gerald Dickens opening Cardiffs Warship Week. Also In the picture; Col
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Admiral Sir Gerald Dickens opening Cardiffs Warship Week. Also In the picture; Col
Admiral Sir Gerald Dickens opening Cardiffs Warship Week. Also In the picture; Col. Gerald Gaskell, Col. Lyttleton, Col. Sir Gerald Bruce, Sir Willie Reardon-Smith, Bt. the Lord Mayor Cardilff (Alderman James Hellyer), the Earl of Plymouth, Mr. Ev/in Hughes and Councillor George Williams.
17th January 1942.
Warship Weeks were British National savings campaigns during the Second World War, with the aim of a Royal Navy warship being adopted by a civil community
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Captured in this historic print is Admiral Sir Gerald Dickens, a distinguished figure, opening Cardiffs Warship Week on the 17th of January 1942. The atmosphere is charged with patriotism and determination as various notable individuals stand alongside him. Among them are Col. Gerald Gaskell, Col. Lyttleton, Col. Sir Gerald Bruce, Sir Willie Reardon-Smith, Bt. , the Lord Mayor of Cardiff Alderman James Hellyer, the Earl of Plymouth, Mr. Ev/in Hughes and Councillor George Williams. Warship Weeks were an integral part of British National savings campaigns during World War II aimed at fostering community spirit and raising funds for war efforts. These campaigns sought to encourage civil communities to adopt Royal Navy warships symbolically by contributing towards their construction or maintenance. The image captures a momentous occasion filled with pride and unity as these influential figures come together to support their nation's cause amidst the turmoil of war. Parades and fundraising schemes were organized throughout Britain during this time to rally public support for the war bonds necessary for financing military operations. This photograph serves as a powerful reminder of the resilience displayed by ordinary citizens who rallied behind their armed forces during one of history's darkest periods – World War II.
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