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Child evacuees on Maidenhead station, 1939
Filename: W8 072 Evacuees from East End at Maidenhead Stn WWII.jpg
Size: 3520 x 2793 (1.3MB)
Date: 13th December 2017
Source: STEAM Museum of the GWR
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Child evacuees on Maidenhead station, 1939
An image of a group of child evacuees from the East End of London on Maidenhead station in Berkshire in 1939
STEAM - Museum of the Great Western Railway
Media ID 14547078
© STEAM Museum of the GWR
1939 Berkshire Children Second World War Station World War 2 World War Ii Wwii Evacuees Maidenhead
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In this poignant print from the STEAM Museum of the GWR, we are transported back to 1939, a time when the world was on the brink of war. The image captures a group of child evacuees huddled together on Maidenhead station in Berkshire, their innocent faces reflecting both fear and hope. These children were part of a mass evacuation effort that aimed to protect them from the horrors and dangers of war. Originating from the East End of London, they were uprooted from their homes and families in an attempt to keep them safe from potential bombings during World War II. The photograph speaks volumes about the resilience and bravery displayed by these young souls as they embarked on an uncertain journey into unknown territories. Their small suitcases clutched tightly in their hands symbolize not only their limited belongings but also their determination to face whatever challenges lay ahead. Maidenhead station itself becomes a temporary sanctuary for these children, offering shelter amidst chaos. It stands witness to countless tearful goodbyes between parents and offspring, as well as acts of kindness shown by strangers who opened their hearts and homes to those in need. This evocative image serves as a powerful reminder of the sacrifices made during wartime – not just by soldiers fighting on distant battlefields but also by innocent children forced to leave behind everything familiar for an uncertain future. It is through photographs like these that we honor their courage while never forgetting our responsibility to strive for peace.
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