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Royal visit to County Hall Civil Defence workers, WW2
Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth visiting Londons Civil Defence organisations, including the London Fire Brigade (then incorporated into the National Fire Service), at the London County Council Headquarters, County Hall, York Road, SE1. The Queen talks to the Rescue Teams and fire wardens as she inspects the Civil Defence Corps outside the building
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1941 Corps Council Defence Headquarters Inspect Inspecting Inspection Organisations Rescue Teams Visiting Visits Wardens Elizabeth
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In this evocative photograph, Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II pays a visit to the London County Council Headquarters at County Hall, York Road, SE1, during World War II. The year is 1941, and the Queen is shown engaging with members of the Civil Defence organisations, including the London Fire Brigade, which at the time was incorporated into the National Fire Service. The Queen's presence at County Hall was an important morale-boosting gesture for the hardworking Civil Defence workers, who were dedicated to ensuring the safety and wellbeing of Londoners during the wartime crisis. In the image, the Queen can be seen talking to the Rescue Teams and fire wardens as she inspects the Civil Defence Corps outside the building. The determination and resilience of these brave individuals are palpable, as they stand proudly in their uniforms, ready to serve their community. The photograph captures a poignant moment in history, as the future monarch connects with the unsung heroes of the Civil Defence organisations. The image is a testament to the unity and strength of the British people during the darkest days of the Second World War. The photograph was taken by the renowned Mary Evans Picture Library and is a valuable historical record of this significant event.
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