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Mobile first aid post MED01_01_0220
A bus which has been converted into an A.R.P. mobile first aid post. Converted buses were first used in September 1939. Some could still be used as ordinary buses, and took as little as two minutes to convert into first aid posts, while others were used as ambulances. Photographed for the Topical Press Agency Ltd in February 1939
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Media ID 15002399
© Historic England Archive
Archive Health Health And Welfare Healthcare Medical Road Transport Second World War Wwii Air Raid Air Raid Precautions Emergency
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into history with our latest addition to the Media Storehouse Fine Art Prints collection. Witness the unique blend of innovation and necessity in this captivating image of MED01_01_0220, a Mobile First Aid Post converted bus by Norman Kingsley Harrison from Historic England. This iconic bus, which first served during the September 1939 A.R.P. (Air Raid Precautions), represents a testament to the resourcefulness and resilience of the past. Bring a piece of history into your home or office with this exquisitely printed and framed artwork, perfect for enhancing any space while telling a compelling story. Order yours today and let the conversation begin.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph captures the ingenuity and resourcefulness of wartime Britain. In a time when every available space was repurposed to aid in the war effort, this image showcases a converted bus serving as an A. R. P. mobile first aid post. Taken by Norman Kingsley Harrison for the Topical Press Agency Ltd in February 1939, it provides a glimpse into the preparations made before the outbreak of World War II. The photo reveals that some buses could still function as ordinary means of transportation, but with just two minutes' notice, they could be transformed into vital medical facilities. These mobile first aid posts were crucial during air raids when immediate healthcare services were needed most urgently. As we delve deeper into this snapshot from history, we are reminded of the resilience and adaptability displayed by both civilians and authorities alike. The conversion of these buses exemplifies how communities came together to ensure their collective safety and well-being during times of crisis. This image serves as a testament to the importance placed on health and welfare during wartime. It is a reminder that even amidst chaos and destruction, humanity's commitment to caring for one another endures.
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