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Children at a party, Soho Fire Station, London
Children at a New Year party, Soho Fire Station, London, 2 January 1955. A total of 65 children attended, seen here sitting at tables in the appliance room. On the right-hand table are six children whose fathers have died in service -- Station Officer Hawkins, and firemen Rawden and Gadd. Date: 1955
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1955 Adults Appliance Balloons Bereaved Bereavement Bunting Celebration Decorations Died Fathers Gadd Garlands Hawkins Loss Rawden Soho Tables Firefighter Firefighting Fireman Firemen January Year
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This evocative photograph captures the spirit of joy and resilience among the children of the Soho Fire Station community in London during a New Year's party on 2 January 1955. With a total attendance of 65 children, the appliance room was filled with long tables adorned with paper hats, balloons, and garlands. The festive atmosphere was further enhanced by the bunting and flags hanging from the ceiling. Six children at the right-hand table, however, stood out as they were the children of firefighters who had tragically lost their lives in service. The young faces of these bereaved children, seated solemnly among their peers, serve as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by the brave men and women of the London Fire Brigade. The children are seen sitting at their tables, engrossed in their food and drink, their expressions reflecting a sense of fun and excitement. The adults in the background, some standing and others seated, watch over the children with a mix of pride and protection. This photograph offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back to the 1950s and the era of the London Fire Brigade's rich history. The children's innocent joy and the somber reminder of loss and sacrifice make for a powerful and poignant image that continues to resonate with us today.
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