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WW2 era - Comic Postcard - The Home Front
The Caption is The Home Front. WW2 was the first war in which all the people back at home were directly involved. Bombing raids brought death and destruction. The Prime Ministers message on the back is Let us all strive without failing in faith or in duty. No washing machines in those days. Cute Kids WW2 Wartime humour Date: 1944
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1944 Amusing Bombing Brought Caption Days Destruction Dinah Directly Duty Failing Faith Hanging Innocence Innocent Involved Kids Light Hearted Machines Message Ministers Prime Raids Raphael Strive Sweet Tuck Washing
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The Home Front: A Light-Hearted Look at WW2 Wartime Humor (1944) During World War II, the home front became a battleground like never before. The impact of the war reached far beyond the battlefields, bringing death and destruction to civilians through bombing raids. In this charming comic postcard from 1944, published by Raphael Tuck and Sons, the innocence and resilience of children during this tumultuous time are captured in a delightful caricature. The caption on the back reads, "The Home Front. WW2 was the first war in which all the people back at home were directly involved. Bombing raids brought death and destruction. The Prime Minister's message on the back is, 'Let us all strive without failing in faith or in duty.' No washing machines in those days." Despite the hardships, the British spirit remained unbroken. This postcard showcases a young girl, Dinah, cheerfully washing clothes in a tub while wearing a makeshift outfit made from old blankets and curtains. The humor and whimsy of the image serve as a reminder of the importance of maintaining a sense of normalcy and joy during trying times. The postcard's artist, unknown, masterfully captures the essence of wartime humor and the spirit of the home front. The image is a testament to the enduring power of laughter and the ability to find joy in the most unexpected places.
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