Humans are pretty resilient. I'm surprised by how joyful the images are despite the fact that they are living in rubble
Fascinating photos of a very different time, and the photographer had an interesting tale to tell.
However, as an aside (at risk of going a little OT, and perhaps inducing a sense of ennui in non-UK members), it's just a pity that the article perpetuates an old Health-and-Safety 'chestnut' i.e. that recreational activity is constrained by H&S legislation. Er, no... in the UK, the Health & Safety at Work Act applies (unsurprisingly) to the workplace... /rant over, and apologies for OT post.
Good photos, though, and thanks for posting...
If that's the case then no treebark / soft rubber around playgrounds and swings - perhaps there for duty of care & avoiding claims then?