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Fine Art Print : A blood donor at a Civil Defence First-Aid Station
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A blood donor at a Civil Defence First-Aid Station
A blood donor at a Civil Defence First-Aid Station operated by the Army. Blood Tranfusion became a widespread practise from the late 1930s onwards Date: circa 1939
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Media ID 23394942
© The John Hinde Archive / Stephen Bourne / Mary Evans
Blood Bottle Cabinet Defence Donate Donating Donor Filling Giving Hinde Homefront Nurse Poisons Supplies Supply Transfusion Treatment Tubes Donates First Aid
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the historical significance of a bygone era with our Fine Art Print of 'A Blood Donor at a Civil Defence First-Aid Station' by Mary Evans Picture Library from Mary Evans Prints Online. This evocative image, circa 1939, captures the spirit of community and resilience during a time when blood transfusion became a crucial practice in the face of adversity. The black-and-white photograph, taken at a Civil Defence First-Aid Station operated by the Army, offers a unique glimpse into the past. Add this captivating piece to your collection and bring a touch of history into your home or office.
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 37.2cm x 50.8cm (14.6" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 66cm (22" x 26")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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Amidst the chaos and uncertainty of the Second World War, the unwavering spirit of human compassion shines through in this poignant image of a blood donor at a Civil Defence First-Aid Station. Operated by the Army, this makeshift medical facility was one of many that sprang up on the home front to provide essential medical care and supplies to the wounded and sick. The blood donor, dressed in civilian attire, is seen giving a generous donation of his life essence into a sterilized glass bottle, with tubes and medical equipment carefully arranged on the table before him. The serious expression on his face and the determined gaze of the nurse overseeing the procedure underscore the gravity of the situation. Blood transfusion had become a widespread medical practice by the late 1930s, and the demand for blood supplies increased exponentially during wartime. The Red Cross and other organizations played a crucial role in collecting and distributing these vital resources, ensuring that wounded soldiers on the battlefield and civilians at home received the life-saving treatment they needed. The cabinet in the background is filled with various medical supplies and poisons, a reminder of the many challenges faced by the medics working tirelessly to keep up with the demands of the war. Despite the dangers and hardships, the spirit of volunteerism and community spirit remained strong, with ordinary people like this blood donor stepping forward to make a difference in their own small way. This powerful image captures the essence of the home front during wartime, where the everyday routines of life were disrupted by the realities of conflict, and the importance of coming together to support one another in times of need.
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