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Women War Work WW1 Land Army
Women War Work WW1 Land Army. Members of the Womens Land Army, Forestry Division or Timber Corps, also known as Lumber Jills Date: 1918
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Corps Division Forestry Lumber Members Suffrage Suffragette Suffragettes Timber Rights
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This evocative photograph captures a group of brave and determined Women's Land Army members of the Forestry Division, also known as the Timber Corps or Lumber Jills, during World War I. Dated 1918, this image offers a glimpse into the crucial role women played in supporting the war effort on the home front. As the war raged on, the need for labor in agriculture and forestry industries grew, leading to the expansion of the Women's Land Army. These women, many of whom were inspired by the suffragette movement and the fight for women's rights and suffrage, left their homes to work in the fields and forests, taking on roles that had traditionally been the domain of men. The Forestry Division, established in 1917, was responsible for planting, tending, and harvesting trees to provide timber for the military's needs. The Lumber Jills, as they came to be known, performed various tasks, from planting and felling trees to operating sawmills and transporting logs. This photograph showcases the women in their work uniforms, each holding an ax or a saw, their faces set with determination and focus. The scene is set against a backdrop of dense forest, with trees stretching high into the sky. The image is a powerful reminder of the significant contributions made by these women during a time of great upheaval and change. The Women's Land Army played a vital role in the war effort, freeing up men for military service and ensuring the country's food supply remained stable. Their work in the Forestry Division, like that of the Lumber Jills, was instrumental in providing essential resources for the war effort. This photograph is a testament to their resilience, courage, and the important place women held in the history of the 1st World War.
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