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WW2 Christmas card, Blackout
WW2 Christmas card, with Father Christmas on the roof of a house with his sack of presents -- Blackout or not, I m here to greet you! Date: circa 1942
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Amidst the darkness and uncertainty of World War II, the spirit of Christmas continued to shine through. This charming WW2 Christmas card, dated circa 1942, features Father Christmas perched atop a house, undeterred by the blackout or the snowy, dark night. With his iconic red suit and white beard, he holds out a sack full of presents, ready to spread cheer and joy to those below. The lantern in his hand casts a warm, inviting glow, cutting through the inky blackness of the night sky. The snow continues to fall gently, blanketing the scene in a pristine, winter wonderland. Despite the challenges and hardships of wartime, the enduring symbol of Father Christmas serves as a reminder of the hope and happiness that can be found even in the darkest of times. This beautiful ephemera of the 1940s is a testament to the resilience and determination of the human spirit, and a reminder of the simple joys that can bring us together, even during the most trying of circumstances.
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