This little doll belonged to my Mum. She was a present from my Dad who brought her back from Algeria after serving there during WW2. She's not in very good condition, but I'm a very proud owner. She measures about 12 cm. The lace traycloth belonged to my Mum in Law.
My grandfather gave me a doll when I was little that I thought had some connection to his wartime service-- not that she was actually purchased back then, but she had a traditional costume and was meant to be from one of the countries he served in or something like that. I thought I remembered calling her "The Polish Doll" but I don't think he was ever in Poland. He did, however, spend a long time in Netherlands and as an adult I think I may have been calling it "The Hollish Doll" because he told me she was from Holland, lol 😂
Isn't that true for most of us? Holding it together but looking a little worn. She's sweet and is very special. So is the tablecloth which makes a nice backdrop for her.
February 15th, 2025
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My grandfather gave me a doll when I was little that I thought had some connection to his wartime service-- not that she was actually purchased back then, but she had a traditional costume and was meant to be from one of the countries he served in or something like that. I thought I remembered calling her "The Polish Doll" but I don't think he was ever in Poland. He did, however, spend a long time in Netherlands and as an adult I think I may have been calling it "The Hollish Doll" because he told me she was from Holland, lol 😂
Ian