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Ice Cream for the Fruit pickers The ice cream vendor does a steady trade throughout
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Ice Cream for the Fruit pickers The ice cream vendor does a steady trade throughout
Ice Cream for the Fruit pickers
The ice cream vendor does a steady trade throughout the day - on Kent fruit fields during the hot weather. This picture was taken on Whiteheads farm at St Marys Cray, Kent, when raspberries were being picked.
26/6/52
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Media ID 10979930
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Child Children Field Icecream Line Mother Queue Sell Summer Work Workers Working Young Wait
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In this print titled "Ice Cream for the Fruit pickers" we are transported back to a sunny summer day in 1952 on Whiteheads farm at St Marys Cray, Kent. As the scorching heat beats down on the Kent fruit fields, a line of hardworking fruit pickers eagerly wait their turn to cool off with a delicious treat from the ice cream vendor's van. Children, young and old alike, can be seen patiently queuing up with anticipation written all over their faces. The vibrant energy of youth is palpable as they take a break from their laborious work to indulge in this sweet respite. Mothers stand nearby, perhaps taking solace in seeing their children enjoy a moment of pure joy amidst the demanding nature of picking raspberries. The ice cream vendor himself is kept busy throughout the day as he serves one customer after another. His presence brings relief and delight to these dedicated workers who have spent hours under the sweltering sun. This snapshot captures not only a simple exchange between buyer and seller but also showcases how small moments like these can bring immense happiness even during challenging times. This timeless image reminds us that sometimes it's the simplest pleasures that make life truly remarkable - an icy treat shared amongst friends and family on a hot summer's day has an extraordinary ability to uplift spirits and create lasting memories.
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