Henry Moore 18981986
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Henry Moore
War artist
What do you think a
war artist did?
As the Blitz continued, more and more people in London began to use the Underground stations for shelter.
The government originally banned the use of the Underground for sheltering for fear that people would not
come up again. Once the Blitz began, people bought a ticket and then just refused to leave. The government
eventually gave up trying to stop people and nearly 63 million people sheltered in 79 of London's Underground
stations at some point during the war. While early conditions were basic, as the raids continued improvements
were made. Canteens and libraries were set up and performers entertained underground. The Salvation Army
and the Women's Voluntary Service went from station to station delivering food and drink.