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Driver Harrison of London inspects the silk stockings that are on sale in the Corps gift
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Driver Harrison of London inspects the silk stockings that are on sale in the Corps gift
Driver Harrison of London inspects the silk stockings that are on sale in the Corps gift shop near the front line.
The shop sells perfume, toys, silk stockings and other goods that soldiers can buy for their folks back home.
Actual location unknown. Though likely to be Belgium, as the advance on Germany, via Belgium, was gathering momentum at this time.
Picture taken circa 10th December 1944
Official
Daily Mirror
Mirrorpix
Brussels
Belgium
WW2 B/W Print 27.jpg
Media ID 21899349
© Mirrorpix
1944 Belgium Gift Shop Shop Stockings
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Driver Harrison of London carefully inspects the delicate silk stockings on display at the Corps gift shop near the front line. In this candid snapshot captured around 10th December 1944, we catch a glimpse of the everyday lives of soldiers during World War Two. The shop, tucked away in an undisclosed location, offers a respite from the harsh realities of war and provides soldiers with an opportunity to purchase thoughtful gifts for their loved ones back home. Amidst the chaos and conflict, this image reminds us that even in times of war, life goes on. The assortment of goods available at the shop ranges from perfumes to toys, but it is these luxurious silk stockings that catch Driver Harrison's attention. Perhaps he envisions his sweetheart or wife wearing them as they eagerly await his return. Although we cannot pinpoint its exact location, it is likely that this photograph was taken in Belgium as Allied forces were advancing towards Germany through Belgian territory during this period. This historical context adds depth to our understanding of Driver Harrison's experience and underscores the significance of such small luxuries amidst wartime hardships. Preserved by Memory Lane Prints, this image serves as a testament to resilience and humanity amidst one of history's darkest chapters.
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