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French woman in a munitions factory, making parts for arti
French lady as she sits at her bench, in a French factory, machining brass striker-pins for artillery shells.
1916
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Media ID 14113791
© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
Artillery Bench Brass Machining Munitions Parts Pins Shells Sits Striker Arti
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Archive quality photographic print in a durable wipe clean mouse mat with non slip backing. Works with all computer mice
Estimated Product Size is 24.2cm x 19.7cm (9.5" x 7.8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative image captures the determination and resilience of a French woman as she works diligently at her bench in a munitions factory during World War I. The year is 1916, and the woman is intently focused on machining brass striker-pins for artillery shells. The factory hums with the rhythmic clatter of machinery and the steady thud of hammers, as women like her contribute their skills to the war effort. The woman's expression is one of intense concentration, her brow furrowed as she guides the brass rod through the machine with practiced ease. Her hands move with purpose, each movement calculated and precise. The factory around her is a symphony of industry, with rows of women working at their benches, each producing essential components for the artillery shells that would be used on the battlefield. The importance of this work cannot be overstated. The demand for munitions was immense during the war, and the factories played a crucial role in supplying the Allied forces with the weapons they needed to fight. Women like this French lady stepped up to the challenge, proving that they were just as capable as men in the production of war materials. This photograph, taken by the Illustrated London News Ltd and published on December 21, 1916, offers a glimpse into the vital role women played in the war effort, and the sacrifices they made to support their country during a time of great need.
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