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ARP personnel have been spending a holiday as the guests of Oxford University
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ARP personnel have been spending a holiday as the guests of Oxford University
ARP personnel have been spending a holiday as the guests of Oxford University. They are given undergrads quarters, use the dining hall, eat meals with the undergrads.
They are at leisure to go where they like and the rest and quiet is something many of them had not had for weeks.
Picture shows: Lunch in Hall with Undergrads at New College, Oxford.
1st September 1944
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Daily Mirror
Mirrorpix
Oxford
Oxfordshire
England
Media ID 21903055
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Air Raid Precautions Relaxing Wardens
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In this photo print, we are transported back to the year 1944, amidst the chaos of World War II. ARP personnel, who have tirelessly served as air raid precautions wardens, are granted a much-needed respite in the tranquil setting of Oxford University. As guests of this esteemed institution, they find solace in undergraduate quarters and share meals with these young scholars. The image captures a heartwarming scene: lunchtime at New College's grand hall. The ARP personnel sit side by side with undergrads, forging unexpected connections across generations and backgrounds. It is a moment where war and academia intersect, where duty meets intellectual pursuit. For these brave men and women who have faced unimaginable challenges on the home front, this holiday offers an escape from their arduous responsibilities. The rest and quietude they experience here are luxuries that many haven't enjoyed for weeks or even months. As we gaze upon this snapshot frozen in time, it serves as a poignant reminder of humanity's ability to find solace amidst turmoil. It showcases how institutions like Oxford University opened their doors to provide respite for those serving on the frontlines of war. This photograph not only encapsulates the spirit of camaraderie but also highlights the resilience and strength exhibited by individuals during one of history's darkest periods.
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