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WW2 - Hall Barn, near Beaconsfield, which was re-purposed during wartime to the
WW2 - Hall Barn, near Beaconsfield, which was re-purposed during wartime to the production of hospital supplies under its chatelaine the Honourable Mrs E F Lawson. The working parties at Hall Barn made some 87, 000 garments and surgical dressings for hospitals. Date: 1940
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Barn Beaconsfield Case Chatelaine Converted Convertion Crate Dressings Effort Garments Honourable Hospitals Julia Keeper Lawson Logistics Lucia Packing Parties Stock Supplies Support Surgical Made Miss
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This evocative photograph captures the transformation of Hall Barn, a picturesque country estate near Beaconsfield, into a vital production hub during the darkest days of World War II. Re-purposed under the stewardship of its chatelaine, the Honorable Mrs E.F. Lawson, the historic property was converted into a facility for the manufacture of essential hospital supplies. The working parties at Hall Barn labored tirelessly to produce an impressive total of 87,000 garments and surgical dressings for hospitals, providing crucial support to the war effort on the home front. In this image, we see a scene of industrious activity, with Miss Julia Warrack, a dedicated member of the workforce, carefully packing supplies into a crate. The stock keeper, Mr. Donaldson Hudson, ensures that the stock remains well-organized and readily available for production. Lucia, another worker, looks on, her expression a testament to the determination and resilience of those who contributed to this remarkable endeavor. The conversion of Hall Barn into a production facility for medical supplies was a significant logistical achievement during wartime. The estate's repurposing allowed for the efficient and effective production of much-needed items, ensuring that hospitals were well-equipped to care for the wounded and sick. This poignant photograph serves as a reminder of the immense sacrifices and efforts made during World War II, as ordinary people rose to the challenge and transformed their communities into vital cogs in the war machine.
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