War Effort Collection (page 2)

Building an Aeroplane (colour litho)
3626856 Building an Aeroplane (colour litho) by Oakley, Thornton (1881-1953); Private Collection; (add.info.: Building an Aeroplane)

Building a Locomotive (colour litho)
3626851 Building a Locomotive (colour litho) by Oakley, Thornton (1881-1953); Private Collection; (add.info.: Building a Locomotive)

Girl washing clothes in a courtyard in Zwolle, after 1653 (oil on canvas)
8712000 Girl washing clothes in a courtyard in Zwolle, after 1653 (oil on canvas) by Hooch, Pieter de (1629-84); Nivaagaards Malerisamling, Niva, Denmark; (add.info.: By Pieter de Hooch)

Declaration of love, 1706 (oil on canvas)
8711999 Declaration of love, 1706 (oil on canvas) by Haeften, Nicolas Walraven van (1663-1715); Nivaagaards Malerisamling, Niva, Denmark; (add.info.: By Nicolas Walraven van Haeften)

Girl Peeling Apples (oil on panel)
8711850 Girl Peeling Apples (oil on panel) by Metsu, Gabriel (1629-67); Nivaagaards Malerisamling, Niva, Denmark; (add.info.: By Gabriel Metsu)

Portrait of a worker, late 19th-early 20th century (illustration)
8672361 Portrait of a worker, late 19th-early 20th century (illustration); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cover of the book "The novel of the worker" by Charles de Vitis)

St James's Palace Palace, London, damaged during the Blitz, World War II (b/w photo)
8672808 St James's Palace Palace, London, damaged during the Blitz, World War II (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: St James's Palace Palace)

Carlton House Terrace, London, during the Blitz, World War II (b/w photo)
8672643 Carlton House Terrace, London, during the Blitz, World War II (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Carlton House Terrace, London)

Saving for the war effort, World War II (b/w photo)
8672642 Saving for the war effort, World War II (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Saving for the war effort, World War II)

Sourcing scrap metal, London, World War II (b/w photo)
8672634 Sourcing scrap metal, London, World War II (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sourcing scrap metal, London, World War II)

Woman being interviewed for war work (litho)
8655428 Woman being interviewed for war work (litho) by Townsend, Frederick Henry (1868-1920); Private Collection; (add.info.: Woman being interviewed for war work, 1917)

A Punt Patrol (litho)
8655421 A Punt Patrol (litho) by Townsend, Frederick Henry (1868-1920); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Punt Patrol, 1915)

Londoners panicked by Zeppelins (litho)
8656103 Londoners panicked by Zeppelins (litho) by German School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Londoners panicked by Zeppelins, World War I, 1914-1918)

Mittens for sailors serving on minesweepers, World War I (b/w photo)
8626594 Mittens for sailors serving on minesweepers, World War I (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mittens for sailors serving on minesweepers)

House in East London damaged by a German air raid, 1915 (b/w photo)
8626506 House in East London damaged by a German air raid, 1915 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: House in East London damaged by a German air raid)

Butcher's shop closed due to meat shortages, World War I, 1918 (b/w photo)
8626483 Butcher's shop closed due to meat shortages, World War I, 1918 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

German women in wartime (litho)
8664175 German women in wartime (litho) by German School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: German women in wartime, World War I)

How you lose the war at home (litho)
8664171 How you lose the war at home (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: How you lose the war at home)

Boy Scouts helping deal with incendiary bombs, World War II (b/w photo)
8664054 Boy Scouts helping deal with incendiary bombs, World War II (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Blitz, 1940-41: A family eating after raids in the East End of London (b/w photo)
8634819 Blitz, 1940-41: A family eating after raids in the East End of London (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Two Washerwomen Crossing a Small Park in Paris, c.1890 (oil on panel)
5861422 Two Washerwomen Crossing a Small Park in Paris, c.1890 (oil on panel) by Rafaelli, Jean-Francois (1850-1924); The Art Institute of Chicago, IL, USA; (add.info.: By Jean-Francois Rafaelli)

Cottage by the River with Washerwomen, 1835 (oil on fabric)
XOS5879741 Cottage by the River with Washerwomen, 1835 (oil on fabric) by Flers, Camille (1802-68); 29.8x46.1 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH, USA; (add.info.: Painting by Camille Flers)

U.S. Soldiers lunching at Citroen Munitions factory. August 1918 (b/w photo)
UIG5446713 U.S. Soldiers lunching at Citroen Munitions factory. August 1918 (b/w photo)

The herring merchant
DUV4217138 The herring merchant; 31x24 cm; (add.info.: I can read (Methodic and fun alphabet by a dad) - abecedary comprising a reading method and an illustrious alphabet); Photo © Duvallon

German world war one propaganda poster
3521049 German world war one propaganda poster by Munzer, Adolf (1870-1953); (add.info.: German world war one propaganda poster. Spendet Geld u. Liebesgaben fur's Rote Kreuz)

Communal cookery, World War II (b/w photo)
8672749 Communal cookery, World War II (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lord Woolton, Minister for Food)

Blitz, 1940-41: Dawn breaks over Swansea (b/w photo)
8634818 Blitz, 1940-41: Dawn breaks over Swansea (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Dawn breaks over Swansea)

Blitz, 1940-41: Elephant and Castle Tube Station, 11 November 1940 (b/w photo)
8634822 Blitz, 1940-41: Elephant and Castle Tube Station, 11 November 1940 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Elephant and Castle Tube Station)

Theatres in London's West End, World War II (b/w photo)
8672645 Theatres in London's West End, World War II (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Theatres in London's West End, World War II)

Buckingham Palace, London, damaged during the Blitz, World War II (b/w photo)
8672644 Buckingham Palace, London, damaged during the Blitz, World War II (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Buckingham Palace, London)

Saving waste paper for the war effort, World War II (b/w photo)
8672638 Saving waste paper for the war effort, World War II (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Saving waste paper for the war effort, World War II)

London schoolchildren learning precautions against Zeppelin raids (b/w photo)
8664183 London schoolchildren learning precautions against Zeppelin raids (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Refurbishing old pipes for soldiers to smoke at the front, World War I (b/w photo)
8626597 Refurbishing old pipes for soldiers to smoke at the front, World War I (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Women workers repairing army boots, World War I (b/w photo)
8626591 Women workers repairing army boots, World War I (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Women workers repairing army boots)

Bomb damage to the Little Theatre, Adelphi, London, World War I, 1915 (b/w photo)
8626505 Bomb damage to the Little Theatre, Adelphi, London, World War I, 1915 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bomb damage to the Little Theatre)

Woman window cleaner, London, World War I, 1916 (b/w photo)
8626500 Woman window cleaner, London, World War I, 1916 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Woman window cleaner, London, World War I, 1916)

Postwomen, London, World War I, 1915 (b/w photo)
8626499 Postwomen, London, World War I, 1915 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Postwomen substituting for men enlisted in the armed forces, Enfield)

Buildings damaged in a German air raid, St John's Wood, London, World War I, 1918 (b/w photo)
8626498 Buildings damaged in a German air raid, St John's Wood, London, World War I, 1918 (b/w photo) by English Photographer

Anti-German riots in London, World War I, 1915 (b/w photo)
8626497 Anti-German riots in London, World War I, 1915 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Women working as printers, World War I, 1917 (b/w photo)
8626488 Women working as printers, World War I, 1917 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: In the composing room, women working as printers)

Woman munitions worker, World War I, 1918 (b/w photo)
8626486 Woman munitions worker, World War I, 1918 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Damage to Odhams printing works caused by a German air raid, London, World War I, 1918 (b/w photo)
8626482 Damage to Odhams printing works caused by a German air raid, London, World War I, 1918 (b/w photo) by English Photographer

Checking stocks of ration cards before distribution, World War I, 1918 (b/w photo)
8626481 Checking stocks of ration cards before distribution, World War I, 1918 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

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Woman spinning. Dynasty Ch'ing or manchu. Chinese art, 18th century. Print
AIS5386904 Woman spinning. Dynasty Ch'ing or manchu. Chinese art, 18th century. Print.; Bernisches Historisches Museum, Bern, Switzerland

Japan around 1890. A healer takes the pulse of a patient. Fotografia colorata a mano circa 1890
FGL5463543 Japan around 1890. A healer takes the pulse of a patient. Fotografia colorata a mano circa 1890.; Fototeca Gilardi

German graphic artist. World war One German propaganda poster showing a Christmas tree
3520939 German graphic artist. World war One German propaganda poster showing a Christmas tree by Munzer, Adolf (1870-1953); (add.info.: Weihnachten im Feld! 1914)

Capital letters Plate in "Picturesque alphabet or New informative and picturesque alphabet", 1892 (engraving)
DUV4220549 Capital letters Plate in "Picturesque alphabet or New informative and picturesque alphabet", 1892 (engraving); 27x17.5 cm; (add.info)

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"Unwavering Unity: The Power of the War Effort" In times of great turmoil, a nation's strength lies in its collective determination. This vintage World War II poster featuring a fedora and an Army helmet symbolizes the fusion of civilian and military efforts, as ordinary citizens donned their hats to support the cause. Down Lambeth Way, amidst the bustling streets, Lambeth Walk proudly purchases a Spitfire aircraft—a testament to their unwavering commitment towards defending freedom. Their contribution echoes throughout history as communities rallied together during wartime. The Recruitment Campaign "Teamwork Builds Ships, " published in 1917, showcases a vibrant lithograph that encapsulates the spirit of unity. It reminds us that every individual plays an integral role in constructing vessels that sail through treacherous waters. On Friday 2nd July 1915, at Carclew House in Cornwall, brave men joined the DCLI recruiting march. Their dedication exemplifies how patriotism transcends boundaries and inspires individuals from all walks of life to stand tall for their country. Amidst chaos and destruction during World War II, GWR staff transformed a humble parcel van into an ambulance—symbolizing compassion amid adversity. These unsung heroes loaded stretchers with care and hope while serving on the front lines. Vintage posters depicting bombs falling remind us of the sacrifices made by countless souls who faced unimaginable horrors with unwavering bravery. Each explosion serves as a stark reminder of our duty to protect what we hold dear. A poignant World War I poster portrays innocence shattered by conflict—a little girl sitting on her father's lap while a boy plays nearby. It evokes emotions that fuel our resolve never to let war rob future generations of peace and happiness again. As fighter pilots climbed into their airplanes during World War II, they embodied courage soaring above clouds filled with uncertainty. Their indomitable spirit continues to inspire us today—to face challenges head-on without fear.