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World War Two disrupted much of the Waifs and Strays' Society's work. Many homes were evacuated to the countryside, and war nurseries were established around the country to house the babies. This photograph shows one instance of how the Society was directly affected by the conflict.
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Ref: 1814
Title: The Society's headquarters bombed in the blitz
Date: Around 1940
Location: Kennington, South London
Creator: News Chronicle

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World War Two disrupted much of the Waifs and Strays' Society's work. Many homes were evacuated to the countryside, and war nurseries were established around the country to house the babies. This photograph shows one instance of how the Society was directly affected by the conflict.

Rights: © The Children's Society

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