WW2 - Women painting Ships - War Effort
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WW2 - Women painting Ships - War Effort
The original image caption states: " The Womens place in the British scheme of things. The place of wmen in wartime England is no longer the home. Each day women begin to take over more and more of the tasks formerly done by the men who are now taking part in Britains war effort. From painting ships (pictured) to keeping the hedges of Old England neat is all in a days work as the ladies of England " see it through". These women whose husbands are serving with the forces, tackle their job of painting a ship in a British port with plenty of vim and vigour, and they do a REAL JOB of painting!" Date: 1941
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Media ID 11582431
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
1941 Battleship Effort Employment Overalls Paint Roles Vigour
EDITORS COMMENTS
Amidst the tumultuous backdrop of World War II, the role of women in wartime England underwent a significant transformation. No longer confined to the domestic sphere, they began to assume responsibilities once held by men, who had joined the British forces in their thousands. In this evocative image from 1941, a group of determined women can be seen diligently painting the hull of a battleship in a British port. Their husbands, brothers, and sons were likely among the brave men risking their lives on the battlefields and at sea. The women, clad in overalls and with paintbrushes in hand, approach their work with a sense of purpose and vim. Their vigor and dedication are evident as they tackle the arduous task of painting the naval vessel, contributing significantly to the war effort. The image serves as a testament to the indomitable spirit and resilience of the British people during this trying time. As the men were away, women took on a myriad of new roles, from keeping the hedges neat to operating machinery, ensuring the British war machine continued to function effectively. The women's place in the British scheme of things had irrevocably changed, and they embraced their newfound roles with courage and determination. This powerful photograph encapsulates the spirit of the times and the vital role women played in the British war effort during World War II.
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