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WW2 - American Red Cross Clubmobile - UK
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WW2 - American Red Cross Clubmobile - UK
Don t Mind if I do! WW2 - American Red Cross Clubmobile (USAF) - Somewhere in Great Britain. American airforce personnel relaxing with coffee and doughnuts (see: 10726079, 10726078, 10993898, 11677458 and 11679833 for another five cards from this series). Date: 1942
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Airforce Mess Personnel Relaxing Tray Clubmobile
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This evocative photograph captures a moment of respite for American airforce personnel during the tumultuous year of 1942, as they gather around a Red Cross Clubmobile in Great Britain. The Clubmobile, operated by the American Red Cross, was a mobile canteen and recreational vehicle that provided essential services to the military personnel during World War II. The scene shows the airmen enjoying hot coffee and doughnuts, a simple pleasure that brought a sense of normalcy amidst the chaos of war. The tray laden with treats sits atop the Clubmobile's counter, while the men engage in casual conversation, their uniforms bearing the insignia of the United States Army Air Force. The Clubmobile, a symbol of American support and solidarity, served as a vital morale booster for the troops, offering a brief reprieve from the rigors of military life. This image is a poignant reminder of the camaraderie and shared experiences that bound together the Allied forces during World War II.
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