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Romany gypsy family camped on Epsom downs during the race meeting on Epsom racecourse
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Romany gypsy family camped on Epsom downs during the race meeting on Epsom racecourse
Romany gypsy family camped on Epsom downs during the race meeting on Epsom racecourse, Surrey, England.
Late 1940s, early 1950s
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Media ID 11420402
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1940s 1950s 20 Century Caravan Children Custom Field Gipsy Nineteen Fifties Nineteen Forties People Race Course Travellers Trees Camp Fire Encampment Gypsy Caravan
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Capturing the Spirit of Tradition - Romany Gypsy Family Embraces Epsom Race Meeting
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. In this photo print, we are transported back to the late 1940s or early 1950s on Epsom Downs racecourse in Surrey, England. Here, a Romany gypsy family has set up camp amidst the excitement of the race meeting. The image beautifully encapsulates a bygone era when customs and traditions were cherished. The encampment is nestled under towering trees, providing shelter and privacy for this close-knit community. A charming gypsy caravan stands proudly at the center, symbolizing their nomadic lifestyle. Children can be seen playing nearby, their laughter echoing through the field as they embrace their carefree existence. As dusk settles over the scene, a warm glow emanates from a crackling campfire that serves as both a source of heat and gathering place for storytelling and shared meals. The flickering flames cast dancing shadows upon weathered faces adorned with wisdom earned through generations. This photograph evokes nostalgia for simpler times when families found solace in nature's embrace while celebrating cultural heritage. It reminds us of an era where diversity was celebrated rather than shunned—a time when different ways of life could coexist harmoniously. Preserved by General at TopFoto, this remarkable snapshot allows us to glimpse into history's tapestry—where races may have been won or lost on Epsom Downs but where bonds between kinfolk remained unbreakable amidst
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