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There is no shortage of recruits for telegraph boys these days - for the first job
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There is no shortage of recruits for telegraph boys these days - for the first job
There is no shortage of recruits for telegraph boys these days - for the first job is to ride a motor cycle! These new recruits were seen on a practice run near Dartford, Kent, following " the leader" - their instructor.
1 November 1951
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Media ID 10984518
© John Topham / TopFoto
Bike Goggles Telegram Telegraph Poles
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In this print captured by General from TopFoto, we are transported back to the year 1951 in Dartford, Kent. The image showcases a group of eager young recruits for telegraph boys, ready to embark on their first job - riding motor cycles! Clad in their protective goggles and donning the iconic uniform of post delivery workers, these fresh-faced youngsters exude determination and enthusiasm. As they follow "the leader" who serves as their instructor, the telegraph boys navigate through the picturesque countryside near Dartford. The scene is adorned with towering telegraph poles that stretch into the distance, symbolizing connectivity and communication. These poles serve as a reminder of the vital role these young recruits will play in delivering important messages across vast distances. The photograph captures not only a moment frozen in time but also reflects upon an era when technology was rapidly evolving. Telegraphy was once at the forefront of communication systems before being overshadowed by more advanced means such as telephone lines and eventually digital networks. This intriguing snapshot offers us a glimpse into history while highlighting how even then there was no shortage of brave souls willing to take up challenging roles like that of telegraph boys. It reminds us that progress may change our methods but never dampens human spirit or ambition.
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