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Players Please: Female sailor, 1955
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Players Please: Female sailor, 1955
Players Navy Cut Cigarettes large rectangular counter-card featuring a painting of a blonde female sailor in white shirt and navy tie with naval hat to the left behind her head. She is holding a cigarette in her right hand and is smiling. There is an illustration of an open packet of Navy Cut Cigarette Medium in the bottom right corner. Text next to this: " Players // Please"
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Captivating and Confident - Celebrating Female Empowerment in the 1950s Navy
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. This striking print captures a moment frozen in time, showcasing the boldness and allure of a female sailor from 1955. Standing tall with her head held high, this blonde beauty exudes confidence as she proudly dons her white shirt, navy tie, and naval hat. The large rectangular counter-card features an exquisite painting that perfectly encapsulates the spirit of adventure and freedom associated with sailing. In her right hand, she holds a cigarette from the renowned Players Navy Cut brand - a symbol of sophistication during that era. With a captivating smile on her face, she effortlessly embodies both strength and femininity. The inclusion of an illustration depicting an open packet of Navy Cut Cigarette Medium further emphasizes the connection between this fearless sailor and the iconic tobacco brand. Positioned at the bottom right corner, it serves as a reminder of how advertising played an integral role in shaping popular culture at that time. This image not only showcases fashion choices but also highlights societal progress by featuring a female naval officer. It is evident that women were breaking barriers even within traditionally male-dominated fields like maritime service. As we admire this remarkable photograph today, let us celebrate these trailblazing women who fearlessly challenged gender norms while serving their country at sea. Their dedication to duty paved the way for future generations to embrace equality and empowerment both on land and aboard ships worldwide.
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