World War II Mobile Canteen

World War II Mobile Canteen

Image Details

Title World War II Mobile Canteen
Reference Number STH0003758
Photographer Cleet
Town or Village South Shields
Date 2 September 1941
Original Format Black and white photograph
Period 1940s
Copyright South Tyneside Libraries
Further Information this World War II Mobile Canteen was a gift from the American Red Cross. It was presented to South Shields Women's Voluntary Service. From left to right, the people are - T. B. Humphrey, Chief Constable; Ald. A.L. Newman; Mrs R. Chapman, Leader of the W.V.S.; the mayor, Coun. J.B. Purvis, D.C.M.; and Mrs H. Ayrey, wife of Town Clerk.