Sheffield Hits Back - Do this when you meet your friends and thus signify that you are a member of the Sheffield Hit Back Club, 1943

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Sheffield Hits Back - Do this when you meet your friends and thus signify that you are a member of the Sheffield Hit Back Club, 1943

Sheffield Wings for Victory Week, 29th May - 5th June 1943.480, 000 members wanted to lend £ 4, 000, 000 to buy 100 four-engined Lancaster Bombers. This will be Sheffields contribution to Wings for Victory.Published by Sheffield Savings Committee.Original at Sheffield Local Studies Library: MP 1426 M

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This print from the Sheffield City Archives takes us back to a significant moment in history - the Sheffield Hits Back campaign during World War Two. The image showcases a group of friends proudly displaying their membership in the Sheffield Hit Back Club, an organization formed to raise funds for the purchase of 100 four-engined Lancaster Bombers. The photograph captures the spirit of unity and determination that prevailed during this challenging time. Each person in the picture wears a badge or carries a sign indicating their commitment to supporting Wings for Victory, an initiative aimed at strengthening Britain's air power against enemy forces. The campaign sought to rally 480,000 members who were willing to contribute £4,000,000 towards this noble cause. The people of Sheffield understood that their collective effort could make a difference and were eager to show their support. Published by the Sheffield Savings Committee, this print serves as a reminder of how ordinary citizens came together with extraordinary resolve during wartime. It is now preserved at the Sheffield Local Studies Library as part of its historical collection (MP 1426 M). As we reflect on this image today, it reminds us not only of our shared past but also inspires us to stand united when faced with challenges. It symbolizes resilience and community spirit - qualities that continue to define Sheffield and its people throughout history.

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