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A little Italian boy, an evacuee from the Mount Cairo district in Lazio, Italy
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A little Italian boy, an evacuee from the Mount Cairo district in Lazio, Italy
A little Italian boy, an evacuee from the Mount Cairo district in Lazio, Italy, did not like leaving his home and attempted to go back.
A British soldier had other ideas and rescued him from an area under heavy enemy fire.
He was returned to his mother Maria Franzera.
Picture shows: The firm hand of Driver Hanson of the Royal Army Service Corps (RASC) pulls young Servio Franzero in to an armoured scout car.
March 1944
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Mirrorpix
Lazio
Italy
Media ID 21897065
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In this poignant photograph from March 1944, we witness a heartwarming moment amidst the chaos of war. A little Italian boy named Servio Franzero, hailing from the Mount Cairo district in Lazio, Italy, clings to his homeland as he attempts to return home. However, fate had other plans for him. Amidst heavy enemy fire and danger lurking around every corner, a British soldier steps in to rescue young Servio. Driver Hanson of the Royal Army Service Corps (RASC) firmly grasps his hand and pulls him into an armoured scout car. In that single act of bravery and compassion, Hanson ensures the safety of this innocent child. The image captures both fear and hope; fear etched on Servio's face as he resists leaving behind everything familiar to him, but also hope reflected in Hanson's determined expression as he carries out his duty to protect those caught up in the turmoil of war. Ultimately, this story has a happy ending. The brave soldier returns Servio safely into the arms of his mother Maria Franzera. This snapshot serves as a reminder that even amidst conflict and destruction, humanity prevails through acts of kindness and selflessness. This photograph is not just about one little boy or one heroic soldier; it represents countless untold stories of children torn away from their homes during World War II. It symbolizes resilience against adversity and showcases how people from different nations can come together for the greater good – even if only for a fleeting moment captured
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