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WW2 poster, Women wanted as ambulance drivers
WW2 recruitment poster, Women wanted as ambulance drivers. Offer your services to your local council or any branch of Womens Voluntary Services. Date: early 1940s
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Media ID 14237084
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Jigsaw Puzzle (1000 Pieces)
Discover history through the engaging and educational experience of our Media Storehouse WW2 Jigsaw Puzzles. This captivating puzzle features an authentic recruitment poster from the early 1940s, showcasing a call for women to serve as ambulance drivers during wartime. Immerse yourself in the rich history of the era as you piece together this intricately designed puzzle, brought to you from the extensive archive of Mary Evans Prints Online. Engage your mind, connect with the past, and create a lasting keepsake with the Media Storehouse WW2 Jigsaw Puzzles.
1000 piece puzzles are custom made in Australia and hand-finished on 100% recycled 1.6mm thick laminated puzzle boards. There is a level of repetition in jigsaw shapes with each matching piece away from its pair. The completed puzzle measures 76x50cm and is delivered packaged in an attractive presentation box specially designed to fit most mail slots with a unique magnetic lid
Jigsaw Puzzles are an ideal gift for any occasion
Estimated Product Size is 50.2cm x 76cm (19.8" x 29.9")
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.
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative WW2 poster from the early 1940s, titled "Women Wanted as Ambulance Drivers," is a powerful reminder of the crucial role women played during wartime. The image of a young, smartly-dressed woman in uniform, wearing a red hat adorned with a yellow star and a blue sash, confidently poses next to a black ambulance with the words "Offer Your Services to Your Local Council or Any Branch of Women's Voluntary Services" emblazoned across the top. As the war raged on, the need for resources and manpower became increasingly dire, leading to the recruitment of women into various roles that had previously been the domain of men. The Women's Voluntary Services (WVS) played a vital role in providing support to the military and civilians alike, and women like the one depicted in this poster answered the call to serve as ambulance drivers. The woman's determined expression and the gloves she wears on her hands suggest that she is ready for action. The use of bold, contrasting colors in the poster, including red, yellow, and black, adds to its visual impact and helps to convey a sense of urgency and importance. This historic poster is a testament to the courage and resilience of women during wartime and serves as a reminder of the many ways in which they contributed to the war effort.
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