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An Every-day Scene in 1917 by W. E. Wigfull
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An Every-day Scene in 1917 by W. E. Wigfull
Women and children working on the land take a moment to gaze up at the sky as a military aircraft flies above.
1917
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An Every-day Scene in 1917
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by W.E. Wigfull: A Moment of Pause Amidst War and Agriculture Amidst the tumultuous backdrop of the First World War in 1917, this evocative photograph captures a poignant moment of pause in the English countryside. Women and children, their faces etched with determination and focus, take a brief respite from their labor on the land to gaze up at the sky. The reason for their collective gaze is a military aircraft, a fighter plane from the Royal Flying Corps or Royal Air Force, soaring above. The scene unfolds in a quintessential English setting, with the verdant allotments and cultivated fields stretching out before them. The women and girls, dressed in simple, practical clothing, work diligently, their hands calloused from the earth. The children, clad in knickers and blouses, watch in awe as the aircraft pierces the sky, its engine roaring in the background. The juxtaposition of the war effort and the agricultural one is striking. The military aircraft represents the ongoing conflict, while the women and children working the land symbolize the resilience and determination of the British people to maintain their daily lives amidst the chaos of war. The image serves as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made during this pivotal period in history, when the nation's focus was split between the battlefields and the home front. W.E. Wigfull, a skilled photographer for the Illustrated London News, expertly captures the essence of this every-day scene, offering a glimpse into the lives of those who lived through the First World War. The photograph is a testament to the enduring spirit of the British people, their ability to adapt and carry on, even in the face of adversity.
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