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Rifles stand stacked ready while farmhands in the uniform
Rifles stand stacked ready while farmhands in the uniform and forage caps of parashooters carry on their work at an Essex farm.
Every man in the village, except those too old to hold a rifle, has enrolled in the new Defence Corps to protect home and country against German parachutists. Each morning as members of the corps set off to work they
carry their rifles.
Yesterday about a dozen were busy in a sugar-beet field. At each end rifles were stacked. One man carried his slung across his shoulder.
Most of the men have lived in the all their lives. They know every yard of the woods and fields for miles around. Rabbit-shooting has taught them how to use a rifle. Now, to finish training, they are being drilled and instructed by a local farmer, Mr Edward Garnham, who served through the last war.
The oldest member of the corps is fifty-five-year-old Jack Potter, who has worked thirty years on the same farm.
" The Germans will get a pretty hot time if they try any tricks around here, " he told the " Daily Mirror." " We re ready for em." Jacks son, twenty eight year old Stanley Potter, echoed his words " Yes, we ll show em, " he said
Leon Livingstone and Derek Barrel, both young men waiting to be called up, are ready to do their bit in the meantime. " We don t want our homes attacked by Huns, " Leon said, " so we re making sure it doesn t happen before we go away to fight.
Our Picture Shows: In the regulation uniform and doubly armed with hoe and service rifle is fifty five year old, Jack Potter, father of seven children. He was first to enlist. 24th May 1940
Edward Dean
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This print captures a powerful moment in history, showcasing the unwavering determination and unity of the people during World War II. Rifles stand stacked, ready for action, while farmhands dressed in the uniform and forage caps of parashooters diligently carry on their work at an Essex farm. In this tight-knit village, every able-bodied man has enrolled in the new Defence Corps to protect their beloved home and country from German parachutists. As they set off to work each morning, these brave men proudly carry their rifles as a symbol of their commitment. Led by local farmer Mr Edward Garnham, who served through the last war himself, these resilient individuals are being drilled and instructed to enhance their skills further. Their deep knowledge of every inch of land surrounding them gives them an advantage that cannot be underestimated. Having honed their marksmanship skills through rabbit-shooting over the years, they are now prepared to face any threat that may come their way. The oldest member of this courageous corps is fifty-five-year-old Jack Potter, who has dedicated thirty years of his life to working on the same farm. With pride shining in his eyes, he confidently declares that if German invaders dare approach his village with ill intentions, they will face fierce resistance. Even young men like Leon Livingstone and Derek Barrel eagerly await their call-up but refuse to let complacency settle in before leaving for battle. They understand the importance of safeguarding their homes against enemy attacks until then. This remarkable photograph immortalizes not only a specific moment but also represents an entire community's resolve to defend what is theirs at all costs.
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