WW2 - British Land Girls at work
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WW2 - British Land Girls at work
WW2 - Four British Land Girls at work with hay-laden pitchforks resting on their shoulders. Date: circa 1942
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© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Bale Crop Crops Forks Harvest Harvesting Hold Holds Pitchfork Pitchforks Resting Shoulder
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the spirit of determination and resilience among the British Land Girls during World War II. Circa 1942, in the heart of the rural countryside, four young women are seen holding pitchforks laden with hay on their shoulders. The hay bales in the background indicate the ongoing harvesting of crops, a crucial contribution to the war effort as food production was a top priority during this time. The Land Girls, dressed in their practical work clothes, are focused on their task, their faces expressing a sense of unity and camaraderie. The pitchforks, a symbol of the hard labor required in the fields, are a testament to their dedication and the important role they played in keeping the nation fed. The image provides a glimpse into the daily life of these women, who left their urban homes to work in the countryside, away from the bombings and destruction of the cities. The Land Army, as it was known, was an essential part of the war effort, with over 80,000 women joining by 1943. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by these women during a time of great hardship and adversity. It also highlights the important role that rural communities played in supporting the war effort and keeping the country going during World War II.
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