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Grove Lands, near Henfield in Sussex, was used as a war-supply depot
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Grove Lands, near Henfield in Sussex, was used as a war-supply depot
Grove Lands, near Henfield in Sussex, was used as a war-supply depot. Pictured is its owner Sir Gerald Hanson, who goes round collecting supplies and donations for his wifes penny-a-week Red Cross Fund, which is doing extremely well. Date: 1940
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Grove Lands, near Henfield in Sussex: A Grand Country House Repurposed as a War-Supply Depot during World War II During the tumultuous years of World War II, the idyllic English countryside was transformed into a bustling hub of activity as the nation rallied to support the war effort. One such place was Grove Lands, a magnificent country house near Henfield in Sussex, which was converted into a war-supply depot. Pictured here is Sir Gerald Hanson, the estate's owner, who could be seen traversing the picturesque Sussex landscape in various modes of transport – a pony trap, a donkey cart, or even on foot – collecting supplies and donations for his wife's Penny-a-Week Red Cross Fund. Sir Gerald's initiative was doing exceptionally well, with the local community coming together to support the cause. The grand Grove Lands estate, with its sprawling grounds and elegant architecture, stood in stark contrast to the practical, wartime activities taking place within its walls. The conversion of this stately home into a war-supply depot was an alternate use of resources, demonstrating the adaptability and resilience of the British people during this challenging time. As the war raged on, the Grove Lands estate played a crucial role in the home front's war effort, providing essential supplies and resources to support the troops. Sir Gerald Hanson's dedication to the Penny-a-Week Red Cross Fund further underscored the spirit of community and selflessness that defined the British people during World War II.
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