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The ham sandwiches without which no railway refreshment room had seemed complete were one
The ham sandwiches without which no railway refreshment room had seemed complete were one of the first casualties of rationing in World War Two. When their doom was announced in November 1939, the assurance was that beef sandwiches would take their place, but that was over optimistic. Circa 1939
Staff
Manchester Evening News Archive
Mirrorpix
England
Media ID 21732743
© Mirrorpix
Meat Railways Rationing Rations Refreshments World
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our latest addition to the Media Storehouse Fine Art Prints collection: "The Ham Sandwiches of Memory Lane." This evocative print, brought to you by Staff from Memory Lane Prints, captures the essence of a bygone era. Witness the simple pleasure of a railway refreshment room, where the ham sandwiches, a staple comfort food, once reigned supreme. This nostalgic piece transports you to a time when these tasty treats were an integral part of every journey. Add a touch of history and charm to your home or office with this beautifully crafted fine art print.
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.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 36.4cm (20" x 14.3")
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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This print from Memory Lane Prints takes us back to the 1930s, a time when ham sandwiches were an essential part of any railway refreshment room. However, with the outbreak of World War Two came the harsh reality of rationing, and these beloved sandwiches became one of its first casualties. In November 1939, as news spread about the impending doom of ham sandwiches due to rationing measures, there was a glimmer of hope that beef sandwiches would fill their void. Unfortunately, this optimism proved to be short-lived. The scarcity caused by war made it increasingly challenging to provide such luxuries even in railway refreshment rooms. The image captures not only a nostalgic glimpse into a bygone era but also serves as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made during wartime. It symbolizes how everyday pleasures like enjoying a simple sandwich were disrupted for the greater good. Transportation hubs like railways played crucial roles during World War Two, connecting people and goods across vast distances. This photograph encapsulates both the mundane and extraordinary aspects of life during this tumultuous period – where ordinary routines collided with extraordinary circumstances. As we reflect on this piece from Memory Lane Prints, let us remember those who endured hardships and shortages during WWII while cherishing our own modern-day comforts and freedoms.
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