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Group of R. A. F Cadets, Terrell Aviation School, At Bass Drug Co. Fountain, Terrell, Texas
Filename: 918_11_2B4.jpg
Size: 3323 x 2106 (1.0MB)
Date: 18th August 2009
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Group of R. A. F Cadets, Terrell Aviation School, At Bass Drug Co. Fountain, Terrell, Texas
Interior view of a drug store. Thirteen cadets and two women employees sit at or stand around a soda fountain counter
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Media ID 9750195
© Cultural Heritage Images/Universal Images Group
1942 Aviation Bass Cadets Counter Drug Employees Fountain Group Postcard School Soda Stand Store Thirteen
EDITORS COMMENTS
This vintage postcard from 1942 captures a heartwarming scene at the Bass Drug Co. Fountain in Terrell, Texas. Inside the drug store, a group of thirteen R. A. F cadets from the Terrell Aviation School gather around the soda fountain counter, accompanied by two friendly women employees. The atmosphere is filled with camaraderie and youthful energy as these young men take a break from their aviation training to enjoy some refreshments. The photo showcases an interior view of the drug store, highlighting its cozy ambiance and classic decor. The soda fountain counter serves as the focal point, where cadets sit or stand together, engaged in lively conversations and laughter. It's evident that this gathering not only provides them with much-needed respite but also strengthens their bonds as they navigate through their military education. Terrell Aviation School played a significant role during World War II by training Royal Air Force (R. A. F) cadets who came all the way from England to learn essential aviation skills in preparation for combat missions. This image stands as a testament to the enduring friendship between American locals and these British cadets who found solace within this small Texan community. Preserved on this postcard by Universal Images Group (UIG), this snapshot offers us a glimpse into history—a moment frozen in time that symbolizes unity amidst global conflict and reminds us of how even simple moments can forge lifelong connections.
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