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Lea Bridge Rubber Works Ltd - Aircraft Section, 1941. Creator: Unknown
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Lea Bridge Rubber Works Ltd - Aircraft Section, 1941. Creator: Unknown
Lea Bridge Rubber Works Ltd - Aircraft Section, 1941. Advertisement for a company that manufactured items used by the British armed forces during the Second World War: barrage balloons, parachutes, rafts and dinghies, flotation gear, Mae Wests. A Mae West was a nickname for a personal flotation device (PFD) or life jacket. From " The Royal Air Force in Pictures", 2nd edition, by World War I flying ace Major Oliver Stewart. [Country Life Ltd, London, 1941]
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Media ID 19126955
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Advert Advertisement Air Force Balloon Barrage Balloon Equipment Major Oliver Stewart Oliver Oliver Stewart Royal Air Force Rubber Stewart Stewart Oliver Stewart Oliver Major 2nd World War Second World War World War 2 World War Two
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This print takes us back to the year 1941, during the tumultuous era of World War II. The image showcases an advertisement for Lea Bridge Rubber Works Ltd - Aircraft Section, a company that played a crucial role in manufacturing essential items for the British armed forces. As we delve into this snapshot from history, we discover that this remarkable establishment was responsible for producing a wide array of products vital to wartime operations. The advert proudly displays some of the items manufactured by Lea Bridge Rubber Works Ltd: barrage balloons, parachutes, rafts and dinghies, flotation gear, and Mae Wests. The latter term refers to personal flotation devices or life jackets used by military personnel during combat missions. This photograph not only serves as a testament to the ingenuity and resourcefulness of British industry but also highlights the importance placed on protecting soldiers' lives amidst intense warfare. The creator of this powerful image remains unknown; however, its significance is undeniable. It offers us a glimpse into an era defined by sacrifice and resilience as nations fought against tyranny. Through this advertisement's monochromatic aesthetic and evocative composition, we are transported back in time to witness firsthand how companies like Lea Bridge Rubber Works Ltd contributed their expertise to support the Royal Air Force's efforts. As we reflect upon this historical artifact captured within Major Oliver Stewart's book "The Royal Air Force in Pictures" it reminds us of both the challenges faced during war and humanity's unwavering determination to overcome them through innovation and collaboration.
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