Strains of War
Robert Sayle Peterborough got off relatively lightly during the Second World War. The shop struggled with sales, but then it had done before the period of conflict. It was also subject to the demands and strains of war that were enforced throughout the country and indeed the Partnership. This included the call-up of able Partners to active service, air wardens perched on the rooftops of the store, and strict rationing and restrictions on materials. The piece below shows war time conditions and the desire of Partners to continue to provide outstanding service

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