British Contraband Control at Work, 1939
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British Contraband Control at Work, 1939
A big ocean liner heaves to as the boarding officers clamber up the side for an examination during the early weeks of World War II. Date: 1939
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Blockade Boarding Contraband Control Examination Inspection Inspectors Shipping Ww Ii Liner War Time
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In the early days of World War II, the British government enforced a strict blockade to prevent enemy powers from obtaining essential supplies and military equipment. This photograph captures the moment of a contraband control inspection on a large ocean liner heaving to in the North Atlantic, circa 1939. Boarding officers, dressed in heavy coats and hats against the cold and wet sea conditions, make their way up the side of the ship using ropes and ladders. Their mission was to search for contraband goods, such as weapons, ammunition, and strategic materials, that could potentially aid the enemy war effort. The ocean liner, with its majestic silhouette against the vast and stormy sea, served as a constant reminder of the disruptions caused by the ongoing conflict. The war at sea had begun in earnest, with the British Royal Navy patrolling the world's oceans to protect their own interests and maintain the flow of supplies to their allies. The boarding officers, determined and focused, carried out their inspections with precision and efficiency. Their work was crucial in maintaining the balance of power and ensuring the safety of the British people. The photograph offers a glimpse into the daily life of the war at sea, where the battle for resources and control was as much a part of the conflict as the battles on land and in the air. This image is a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made during the early weeks of World War II and the vital role played by the British Contraband Control in safeguarding the nation's interests during a time of great uncertainty and danger.
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