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Squatters Mr and Mrs Hopson at the site huts, Crayford, Kent The empty military camps
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Squatters Mr and Mrs Hopson at the site huts, Crayford, Kent The empty military camps
Squatters Mr and Mrs Hopson at the site huts, Crayford, Kent
The empty military camps and gun sites were tempting homes for squatters. Twenty thousand people moved into derelict camps in 1946. Eventually the government accepted their presence and six thousand families were allowed to stay
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Couple Home Living Conditions Post War Pram Belongings
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This poignant print captures the resilience and resourcefulness of Mr and Mrs Hopson, a couple who found themselves among the many squatters at the site huts in Crayford, Kent. In post-war 1946, with empty military camps and gun sites scattered across the landscape, these derelict spaces became tempting homes for those seeking shelter. Amidst a backdrop of uncertainty and scarcity, an estimated twenty thousand people moved into these abandoned camps. The government initially resisted their presence but eventually acknowledged their plight. As a result, six thousand families were granted permission to stay. In this snapshot from memory lane 209, we see Mr and Mrs Hopson standing proudly beside their belongings while cradling their baby in a pram. Their faces reflect both determination and weariness as they navigate through challenging living conditions. This print serves as a powerful reminder of the hardships faced by countless families during this era. It symbolizes not only their struggle for survival but also their ability to find solace amidst adversity. As we gaze upon this image captured by General (not mentioning the company), it prompts us to reflect on our own privilege and appreciate how far society has come since then. It is a testament to human resilience that even in times of great difficulty, individuals like Mr and Mrs Hopson found ways to create homes out of ruins.
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