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Greetings Card : Womens Land Army lifting a crop, 1940. Among the many skills these young women
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Womens Land Army lifting a crop, 1940. Among the many skills these young women
Womens Land Army lifting a crop, 1940. Among the many skills these young women, often city girls, was tractor driving. World War II
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Media ID 9788705
© Universal History Archive/Universal Images Group
1940 Agriculture Army City Civilians Crop Driving Employment Female Front Girls Home Lifting Production Skills Tractor Young
Greetings Card (7"x5")
Step back in time with our vintage-inspired greeting cards from Media Storehouse's Women's Land Army collection. This captivating image showcases a group of young women from Universal Images Group, who left the city to support the war effort during World War II. With determination and resilience, they mastered various skills, including tractor driving, to help lift crops and keep the countryside thriving. Our cards are the perfect way to celebrate the strength and spirit of these remarkable women. Ideal for any occasion, these cards are a unique and thoughtful way to express your sentiments.
Folded Greeting Cards (12.5x17.5 cm) have a laminate finish and are supplied with an envelope. The front and inside can be personalised with text in a selection of fonts, layouts and colours.
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Product Size is 12.5cm x 17.5cm (4.9" x 6.9")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this print from 1940, we witness the incredible strength and determination of the Women's Land Army during World War II. These young women, many of whom were city girls with limited agricultural experience, took on various roles to support the war effort on the home front. Among their many skills was tractor driving, as depicted in this image. As they lift a bountiful crop together, these female land army members showcase their resilience and commitment to increasing food production for a nation at war. Their contribution to British agriculture was invaluable during these challenging times. This photograph serves as a powerful reminder of the vital role played by civilians in times of conflict. The Women's Land Army not only provided employment opportunities for young women but also ensured that essential crops were harvested efficiently despite manpower shortages caused by men being called up for military service. Captured by Universal Images Group (UIG), this historical snapshot offers us a glimpse into an era when gender norms were challenged and shattered. It symbolizes the indomitable spirit of English women who stepped up to fill crucial roles traditionally reserved for men. Let us honor these brave individuals whose dedication helped sustain our nation during one of its darkest periods - World War II.
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