Canteen, Marylebone Police Station, London
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Canteen, Marylebone Police Station, London
The police canteen at Marylebone Police Station, London, showing food, refreshments and remedies lined up on lace-edged shelves. (2 of 2) Date: 1920s
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Barrel Canteen Cash Catering Counter Duty Edged L Aw Lace Lined Marylebone Refreshments Remedies Serving Shelves Till
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This evocative photograph captures the scene at the canteen of Marylebone Police Station in London during the 1920s. The image showcases the meticulously arranged shelves, laden with an assortment of food, refreshments, and remedies, ready to sustain the hardworking men and women in uniform. The lace-edged shelves add an unexpected touch of elegance to the otherwise utilitarian space. At the counter, a police officer is seen carefully counting out change from the till, no doubt preparing to dispense the cash to his colleagues. A barrel of beer, a common sight in police canteens of the era, stands prominently in the background, adding to the social atmosphere of the scene. The shelves are lined with an array of items, from simple sandwiches and pies to more exotic offerings like pickled herring and bottles of various tonics and remedies. These remedies, often self-prescribed, were essential for officers on duty, providing relief from the physical and emotional demands of their work. The photograph offers a fascinating glimpse into the daily life of the police force during the 1920s, a time of significant social and cultural change in Britain. The canteen, with its simple yet nourishing offerings, served as a vital source of sustenance and camaraderie for the officers, providing them with the energy and morale they needed to carry out their duties effectively.
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