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Ford Willow Run Bomber Plant
Ypsilanti, Michigan: July, 1942. Production at the Ford Willow Run bomber plant. Steady of eye and hand, women workers at the great Willow Run bomber plant are among those throughout the country who are relieving serious shortages of skilled workers by doing such semi-skilled jobs as the one shown here. Shes welding parts of the cooling system to the supercharger
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1942 Caucasian Ethnicity Employment Factories Factory Female Ford Headscarf Home Front Manufacturing Occupation Manufacturing Plant Michigan Monochromatic Monochrome One Person Only One Woman Only People In The Background Single Person Three Quarter Length United States Air Force Us Air Force Us Military Work Worker Working World War 2 World War Ii World War Two Ww Ii Wwii Goggles Protective Eyewear Welder Welding
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This print captures a pivotal moment in history at the Ford Willow Run bomber plant in Ypsilanti, Michigan, during July 1942. In the midst of World War II, women workers played an essential role in relieving serious shortages of skilled labor by taking on semi-skilled jobs like welding parts for the cooling system to the supercharger. The image showcases a determined female worker wearing protective goggles and a headscarf as she skillfully welds together crucial components. Her steady hand and focused gaze exemplify the dedication and resilience displayed by countless women throughout North America who joined the workforce during this critical time. The factory setting is bustling with activity, with people seen in the background diligently working towards a common goal: supporting their country's war efforts. This photograph serves as a powerful reminder of how ordinary individuals came together to make extraordinary contributions that helped shape history. With its monochromatic aesthetic, this vintage print transports us back to an era defined by sacrifice, unity, and determination. It symbolizes not only the immense manufacturing capabilities of Ford but also represents the unwavering spirit of American patriotism during World War II. This historic image from Underwood Archives provides us with a glimpse into one woman's significant contribution to her nation's defense while highlighting an important chapter in both Ford Motor Company's legacy and American industrial history.
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