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Eton boys helping with army stores, WW1
Eton College boys helping to unload war stores at Didcot Junction, forgoing their usual sport in order to help out. On the left is Prince Henry, the future Duke of Gloucester, third son of King George V and Queen Mary. Date: 1915
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College Didcot Eton Gloucester Helping Loading Schoolboys Schools Stores Supplies Unload Volunteering
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This evocative photograph captures a moment in time during World War I when the privileged young men of Eton College put aside their usual pursuits to lend a hand in the national effort. In the image, a group of Eton boys, including the future Duke of Gloucester, Prince Henry (third son of King George V and Queen Mary), are seen helping to unload army stores at Didcot Junction railway station. The boys, dressed in their school uniforms, are intently focused on the task at hand, their faces reflecting a sense of determination and duty. The year was 1915, and the country was in the midst of a great conflict that required every able-bodied person to contribute in some way. The boys of Eton College, like many other public schools, answered the call to action by volunteering their time and energy to help with the war effort. Instead of engaging in their usual sports and academic activities, they spent their days assisting with the loading and unloading of supplies for the British army. Prince Henry, who would later become the Duke of Gloucester, stands out in the photograph, his regal bearing and serious expression adding an air of importance to the scene. The image is a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by the younger generation during the war, and the sense of unity and purpose that came from working together towards a common goal. This photograph is a valuable historical record of a time when the boundaries between the privileged classes and the working class were temporarily blurred, and when the spirit of service and duty transcended social divisions. It is a testament to the resilience and determination of the British people during a time of great adversity, and a reminder of the important role that education and community play in shaping the future of a nation.
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