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Play Buses Bring Happiness to Children in Troubled Belfast

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In the midst of The Troubles in Belfast in August 1972, five Play Buses provided joy and happiness to the city's children. Decorated with Disney characters and storybook features, these buses brought a slice of happiness to the neighborhoods.

Children pictured inside one of the five Play Buses that help bring a little happiness to the children caught up in the troubles in Belfast , August 1972Nowadays, a play bus is known as something that can be rented for a child's birthday party.

The selection of photos below will transport you back to August 1972 through the eyes of the city's children as they enjoy the experience of one of the five Play Buses.The double-decker buses were decorated with iconic Disney characters like Mickey and Minnie Mouse, as well as typical storybook features like flowers and toadstools.

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"My son was in desperate need of help, and we weren’t getting it from the health service at that time.

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