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Three weeks old Raymond Ratford, the youngest evacuee, photographed with the mother
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Three weeks old Raymond Ratford, the youngest evacuee, photographed with the mother
Three weeks old Raymond Ratford, the youngest evacuee, photographed with the mother. The second convoy of London evacuees, arrived in Derby yesterday afternoon and Raymond was the youngest among them. Due to the new " Secret" weapon falling on the built-up areas in London, the Government have found it Derbyshire, Britain, 15th July 1944
Derby Telegraph
Mirrorpix
Derby
Derbyshire
England
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Media ID 21887577
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1944 Baby Evacuation Evacuees Holding Mother Operation Pied Piper Evacuated
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In this heartwarming photo print, we catch a glimpse of the resilience and strength that defined families during World War II. Three-week-old Raymond Ratford, the youngest evacuee, is tenderly cradled in his mother's arms. As part of the second convoy of London evacuees, they arrived in Derby yesterday afternoon. The backdrop to this image is one of uncertainty and fear as the government sought to protect its citizens from the devastating impact of a new "Secret" weapon falling on built-up areas in London. In response, Operation Pied Piper was launched to evacuate children and their families to safer regions like Derbyshire. Amidst these challenging times, this photograph encapsulates hope and love. The mother's gaze reflects both concern for her child's safety and an unwavering determination to provide him with a better future. It serves as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by countless families during those turbulent years. This snapshot from 1944 transports us back into an era where children were forced to grow up too soon but were surrounded by communities that rallied together in support. It symbolizes not only Raymond's journey but also represents thousands of other evacuated children who embarked on similar paths across England. Preserved by Memory Lane Prints and captured by Derby Telegraph, this photograph captures a timeless moment that reminds us all of our shared history and collective strength during one of humanity's darkest chapters - World War II.
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