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Framed Print : National Food Fund BL22913_002
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National Food Fund BL22913_002
National Food Fund building on Dover Street, Westminster. The National Food Fund processed donated food to feed thousands of Belgian war refugees. Women packing groceries. Bedford Lemere, 1915
Historic England is the public body that champions and protects England's historic places
Media ID 8701071
© Historic England
Costume First World War Home Front Women Work Workers
12"x10" Modern Frame
Discover the inspiring history behind this beautiful framed print from Media Storehouse's collection. "National Food Fund BL22913_002" by Adolph Augustus Boucher, captured by Bedford from Historic England, transports you back in time to 1915. This poignant image showcases the National Food Fund building on Dover Street in Westminster, a vital hub during World War I that processed donated food to feed thousands of Belgian war refugees. Witness the determination and resilience of women packing groceries in this evocative piece, adding a touch of history and warmth to any space. Bring this piece of history into your home with Media Storehouse's carefully crafted framed prints, designed to preserve and enhance the beauty of your chosen artwork.
10x8 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexi glass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
Contemporary Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 25.4cm (10" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 30.5cm x 25.4cm (12" x 10")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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> England at War
> England at War 1914-1918
> Historic Images
> Famed Photographers
> Bedford Lemere Collection (1860s-1944)
> Historic Images
> Historic Images 1920s to 1940s
> Photos from the Great War
> The way we were
> Women's History
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photo print, titled "National Food Fund BL22913_002" takes us back to the heart of London during the First World War. The image showcases the impressive National Food Fund building on Dover Street in Westminster, a symbol of hope and compassion amidst the chaos of war. This historic structure played a crucial role in processing donated food to feed thousands of Belgian war refugees who had sought shelter in England. In this snapshot frozen in time by photographer Adolph Augustus Boucher (Bedford Lemere), we witness a group of dedicated women diligently packing groceries inside the bustling National Food Fund facility. Dressed in their traditional early 20th-century attire, these resilient workers embody the spirit of unity and resilience that defined Britain's home front during wartime. The photograph serves as a poignant reminder not only of the immense challenges faced by those affected by conflict but also highlights how communities can come together to support one another during times of crisis. It captures an important chapter in history when women stepped up to fill vital roles traditionally held by men, proving their invaluable contributions beyond doubt. As we reflect upon this remarkable image from Historic England's collection, let us remember and honor all those who selflessly worked behind-the-scenes at organizations like the National Food Fund, providing sustenance and solace for those displaced by war.
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