The original caption may contain language which is historic and which may no longer be considered appropriate. It has been retained in the record in the interest of historical accuracy.
The caption on the reverse of the photograph reads: “First aid before hospital treatment. At seaside resorts and all places where holidaymakers gather members of . John Ambulance and Red Cross nurses are ready to hand to treat causalities before, should they so need, their being sent to hospital. Photo shows:- St. John Ambulance men and a Red Cross nurse treating a little holidaymaker for head and foot injuries sustained while playing on the beach at Clacton-on-Sea. The ambulance is used as a first-aid station.”. High-resolution copies of this image are available for free for non-commercial use. Please Enquire to place an order.
This is part of the Series: MED01/01 Series Of Prints; within the Collection: MED01 Topical Press Agency Medical Collection
Source: Historic England Archive
Photographer: Harrison, Norman Kingsley
Health And Welfare, Road Transport, People At Work