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A Facer by Wilmot Lunt
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A Facer by Wilmot Lunt
An ex-WRAF (Womens Royal Air Force) worker asks her pretty friend who is still in uniform and acting as a driver, I wonder why they demobbed me before you? Don t you, Maude. Date: 1919
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Chauffeur Demobbed Demobilisation Drivers Driving Friends Jobs Lunt Role Roles Services Wilmot Worker Wraf 1919 Chauvinism
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In this evocative photograph taken in 1919, two women, both former workers for the Women's Royal Air Force (WRAF), engage in a lighthearted conversation while one of them, Maude, continues to wear her uniform and acts as a driver. The other woman, with a thoughtful expression, wonders aloud, "I wonder why they demobbed me before you, Maude?" The image captures the moment of transition as the women adjust to life after the First World War. During the war, women played essential roles in various services, including the WRAF, where they served as drivers, mechanics, clerks, and other support staff. Their contributions were invaluable, allowing men to serve on the frontlines. However, with the end of the war, demobilisation began, and women were often demobbed before men, despite their continued need for employment and the ongoing demand for their skills. The photograph, titled "A Facer" by Wilmot Lunt, showcases the camaraderie and friendship that developed among these women during their service. The chauvinistic attitudes of the time are hinted at in the caption, as the woman in civilian clothes seems to express a sense of disappointment or frustration at being demobbed before her friend. The image is a poignant reminder of the complex social and economic realities that women faced during and after the war. The women's uniforms, the classic car, and the motoring setting add to the historical context of the photograph, making it a valuable document of the time. The image is a testament to the resilience and adaptability of women, who continued to challenge societal norms and make significant contributions to the workforce long after the war ended.
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