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Mobile Canteens
A row of mobile canteens in Brighton. Note that one of the vans has Y.M.C.A. printed on it.
1940
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Media ID 14405439
© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
Brighton Canteen Canteens Effort Mobile Sep16 Services Vans Vehicles Voluntary Ymca
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Step back in time with our captivating selection of vintage poster prints from the Media Storehouse collection. This charming illustration, sourced from the esteemed archives of Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans from Mary Evans Prints Online, portrays a row of mobile canteens in the vibrant seaside town of Brighton. Dating back to 1940, one canteen proudly displays the iconic Y.M.C.A. insignia. Transport yourself to a bygone era with this evocative and intriguing piece of historical imagery. Perfect for adding character to your home or office, these poster prints are not only beautiful additions to your space but also thought-provoking conversation starters.
A2 Poster (59.4 x 42cm, 23.4" x 16.5" inches) printed on 170gsm Satin Poster Paper. Securely packaged, rolled and inserted into a strong mailing tube and shipped tracked. Poster Prints are of comparable archival quality to our Photographic prints, they are simply printed on thinner Poster Paper. Whilst we only use Photographic Prints in our frames, you can frame Poster Prints if they are carefully supported to prevent sagging over time.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 53.3cm x 42cm (21" x 16.5")
Estimated Product Size is 59.4cm x 42cm (23.4" x 16.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph, taken by the Illustrated London News Ltd in 1940, captures a poignant moment during World War II in the seaside town of Brighton. A row of mobile canteens, each converted from vans, lines the street, providing much-needed sustenance and comfort to those on the home front. The women volunteers of the Women's Voluntary Services (WVS) and the Women's Auxiliary Army Corps (WAAC) can be seen serving food and tea to the crowds, their determined expressions a testament to their unwavering commitment to the war effort. One of the vans in the photograph bears the distinct insignia of the YMCA, a reminder of the vital role that organizations such as the YMCA played in supporting the morale of the military personnel and civilians alike during this challenging time. The mobile canteens were a crucial part of the community's response to the war, providing a sense of normalcy and familiarity amidst the chaos and uncertainty. The photograph captures the spirit of resilience and solidarity that defined the British people during World War II. Despite the hardships and sacrifices, the community came together to support one another, ensuring that no one was left behind. This image is a powerful reminder of the collective effort and determination that carried the nation through the darkest days of the war.
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