Three 500lb bombs covered in savings stamps purchased during Londons

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Three 500lb bombs covered in savings stamps purchased during Londons

Three 500lb bombs covered in savings stamps purchased during Londons Wings for Victory week. Mrs Violet Eggington, Mrs. Lucy Higgins and Mrs. Ada Grosvenor help prepare the weapons for the R.A.F.
15th February 1943

Official
Daily Mirror
Mirrorpix
England

Media ID 21905612

© Mirrorpix

1943 Women Only Women War Workers

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EDITORS COMMENTS
. This print captures a remarkable moment during London's Wings for Victory week in February 1943. In the midst of World War II, three courageous women, Mrs. Violet Eggington, Mrs. Lucy Higgins, and Mrs. Ada Grosvenor, can be seen preparing three colossal 500lb bombs for the Royal Air Force (R. A. F). What makes this image truly extraordinary is that these bombs are covered entirely with savings stamps purchased by determined citizens as their contribution to the war effort. Every stamp represents a small sacrifice made by ordinary people who wanted to support their brave soldiers fighting on the front lines. In an era when men were predominantly associated with warfare and weaponry, this photograph showcases the vital role played by women war workers during World War II. These resilient ladies fearlessly took up arms – not as combatants but as dedicated contributors behind the scenes. Their involvement symbolizes both resilience and unity within society during times of conflict. It serves as a reminder that everyone had a part to play in securing victory against tyranny. As we gaze upon this poignant image from Memory Lane Prints, let us remember those countless individuals who selflessly supported their countrymen through various means – whether it was purchasing savings stamps or working tirelessly on factory floors or farms. This print encapsulates an indomitable spirit that prevailed throughout the forties - one where women stepped forward into traditionally male-dominated roles and helped

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