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apron
This apron was taken to Austria by
Anna Babij when she was
deported from Ukraine during World War II. Decorative
aprons were a traditional part of women's dress in many
European countries. They are treasured symbols of family,
cultural and national links, carrying these associations
through the migration journey to Australia.
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Anna Babij, third left, wearing her apron in Ukraine in 1941 before she was deported to Austria as forced labour. Anna and the apron survived forced labour and time in a displaced persons' camp before coming to Australia in 1949.
Apron and photo courtesy Katy and Anna Babij
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Anna Babij, third left, wearing her apron in Ukraine in 1941 before she was deported to Austria as forced labour. Anna and the apron survived forced labour and time in a displaced persons' camp before coming to Australia in 1949.
Photo courtesy Katy and Anna Babij
Apron and photo courtesy Katy and Anna Babij