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WW1 cartoon on postcard - munition worker
Expecting a rise shortly. Humorous, First World War postcard depicting a female munition worker jauntily sitting on a barrel of dynamite with a cigarette. A health and safety nightmare. Date: c.1916
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This humorous First World War postcard, dated around 1916, depicts a munition worker, or 'munitionette,' taking a break with a jaunty smile and a cigarette dangling from her lips. The setting is a munitions factory, where the manufacture of shells and other explosives was a critical industry for the war effort. The worker sits nonchalantly atop a barrel of dynamite, a clear health and safety nightmare. The cartoon's caption reads, "Expecting a rise shortly," suggesting that the woman is anticipating a pay raise. The image offers a glimpse into the working conditions of women in the munitions industry during the First World War. Although these jobs provided much-needed employment opportunities for women, they were often dangerous and hazardous. Factories were filled with flammable materials, and accidents were common. Despite these risks, women continued to work in these factories, contributing to the war effort and helping to redefine women's roles in the workforce. The cartoon's lighthearted tone and amusing image offer a contrast to the harsh realities of munitions work during the First World War. The use of humor in this postcard reflects the resilience and determination of the women who worked in these factories, even in the face of danger and adversity. Today, this postcard serves as a reminder of the important role that women played in the war effort and the challenges they faced in the process.
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