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"Appleton - either the Admiral routes the convoys further south
" Appleton - either the Admiral routes the convoys further south, or Snodgrass goes into trousers." A young woman in a naval operations room reveals her stockings while perching on a ladder to map out naval ship routes. Date: 1942
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Amusing Ladder Mapping May21 Operations Revealing Skirt Stockings Trousers
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1. Title: "Appleton's Dilemma: Rerouting Convoys or a Peek at Stockings?" Date: 1942 In the heart of World War II, as the Allied forces battled the Axis powers, the strategic planning of naval convoys played a pivotal role in safeguarding vital supplies and resources. This photograph print, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, offers a humorous glimpse into the daily operations of a naval operations room during this critical period. The image features a young, focused woman, her brow furrowed in concentration as she meticulously maps out naval ship routes on a large table. Suspensefully titled "Appleton," this unidentified heroine is in the midst of an important decision that could potentially alter the course of naval strategy. The caption offers two intriguing possibilities: either the Admiral orders the convoys to be rerouted further south, or the woman, named Snodgrass, decides to don trousers. The tension in the room is palpable, with the other personnel watching intently as the woman's actions could have significant consequences. However, their attention is momentarily diverted as she playfully reveals her stocking-clad legs while perched precariously on a ladder. The light-hearted moment adds an unexpected layer of humanity to the otherwise tense and serious atmosphere of the operations room. This delightful cartoon, with its amusing blend of war strategy and a hint of feminine charm, serves as a reminder of the resilience and determination of the women who played crucial roles during the Second World War.
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