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Women munition-makers 1916

Women needed by the hundred thousands to work in munitions factories, while the men were at War fighting. Showing women been trained at Battersea Polytechnic, London. Date: 1916

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Battersea Factories Machinery Munition Munitions Polytechnic Shell Weapons


EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures a group of determined women at Battersea Polytechnic in London during World War I, as they undergo training to become munition workers. The year was 1916, and the demand for munitions was at an all-time high as men were sent to the front lines to fight. With the war raging on, women were needed in their hundreds of thousands to keep the factories running. The women in this photograph are seen intently focused on their tasks, learning the intricacies of operating complex machinery that would be used to produce shells and other weapons essential for the war effort. Their expressions convey a sense of purpose and resolve, as they prepare to take on roles traditionally held by men. Battersea Polytechnic, located in London, was one of many institutions that offered training programs for women during the war. These programs provided essential skills and knowledge, enabling women to make a valuable contribution to the war effort. The photograph is a testament to the spirit of innovation and adaptability that characterized the war years, as women stepped up to take on new roles and responsibilities. The image also serves as a reminder of the significant impact women had on the war effort, and the important place they hold in history as trailblazers and pioneers. The women in this photograph, and countless others like them, played a crucial role in the outcome of the war, and their legacy continues to inspire and empower women to this day.

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