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Womens War Work WW1 Bus Conductress
Lithograph by A.S Hartrick (Archibald Standish Hartrick 1864-1950) entitled Womens Work: In the Towns - A Bus Conductress. Taken from a portfolio series commissioned by the Ministry of Information in 1917, The Great War: Britains Efforts and Ideals. It aimed to document British War objectives, efforts on the Home Front and military activities. Published in 1919 by the Fine Art Society. Date: 1917
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1864 1950 Activities Aimed Archibald Commissioned Conductress Document Efforts Entitled Hartrick Ideals Information Ministry Portfolio Standish Suffrage Suffragette Suffragettes Taken Towns 1919 Objectives Rights
Women's Work - In the Towns - A Bus Conductress
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is a poignant lithograph by Archibald Standish Hartrick, showcasing the significant role women played during World War I in the transportation sector. Created in 1917 as part of a portfolio series commissioned by the Ministry of Information, this powerful image aimed to document British war objectives, efforts on the Home Front, and military activities. The lithograph depicts a determined bus conductress, clad in a smart uniform, expertly handling the fare collection and ensuring the safety of her passengers. The image is a testament to the resilience and adaptability of women during a time when men were away at war. The suffragette movement, which had been advocating for women's rights and suffrage, had gained momentum in the years leading up to the war. With the sudden need for labor, women seized the opportunity to prove their worth in various industries, including public transportation. The portfolio series, titled "The Great War: Britain's Efforts and Ideals," was published by the Fine Art Society in 1919. This collection of prints was a visual record of the war's impact on British society and the nation's collective spirit. Hartrick's lithograph, "Women's Work: In the Towns - A Bus Conductress," is a poignant reminder of the critical contributions women made during this pivotal period in history. Archibald Standish Hartrick (1864-1950) was a renowned English artist and illustrator, whose works captured the essence of the era. His ability to depict the human spirit and the social fabric of the time made him an ideal choice for this significant commission. This lithograph, with its powerful imagery and historical significance, continues to resonate with audiences today, offering a glimpse into the past and the indomitable spirit of the women who served their country during the Great War.
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