Civil Defence

Civil Defence

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Date Photo Taken 29th September 1956
Area Morden
Copyright 1 Croydon Times Ref: A/7112
Picture Reference MerMor_​Events_​A_​D_​17-11
Original Format Photo
Notes / History Organised Civil defence was generally on the decline during the '50's. However, this picture shows a fair cross-section of local men and women prepared to offer their services as Air Raid Wardens, Fire Watchers and medical staff, in the event of renewed conflict.

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