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WW2 W. V. S. Salvage
This illustration shows a man speaking to a salvage officer working for the Women's Voluntary Service during WW2, with a large container of items to be recycled for better use. Date: circa 1941
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1941 Container Items Nicolson Recycled Salvage Speaking Voluntary Childrens Shows
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This evocative illustration, dated circa 1941, captures a poignant moment during World War II as a man engages in a conversation with a salvage officer from the Women's Voluntary Service (WVS). The WVS was an essential organization that played a crucial role in the war effort by collecting and recycling unwanted items for the military and civilians. In this scene, the man presents a large container filled with various items, including a children's book, which will be sorted and repurposed by the WVS for better use. The salvage officer, dressed in her distinctive uniform, listens intently as the man explains the origin of the items. The image underscores the spirit of cooperation and resourcefulness that characterized the wartime community. The Women's Voluntary Service was an integral part of the British home front during World War II, and its members played a vital role in supporting the military and civilians by collecting and recycling essential items. This illustration is a poignant reminder of the sacrifices and resilience of the British people during the war years.
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