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Illustration from London Underground World War I
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Illustration from London Underground World War I
During the war women did many jobs which previously had been considered only suitable for men. The Gatewoman. At the bottom are the soldiers in France who would have been doing this job in peacetime. Scene on the London Underground (Underground Electric Railway Company), World War I - 1914 - 1918. Lithograph
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Media ID 9699703
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1915 Boys British Culture Gate Historical Clothing Illustration Technique Lithograph London Underground Mature Men Mature Women Medium Group Of People Mid Adult Women Open Soldier Working World War I
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This lithograph from the London Underground during World War I depicts a significant shift in societal norms. In this powerful illustration, we witness the remarkable transformation of women's roles as they step into jobs previously reserved for men. At first glance, our attention is drawn to a determined gatewoman standing tall at the entrance of an underground station. Dressed in historical clothing and wearing an open hat, she exudes confidence and purpose. Her presence symbolizes the countless women who fearlessly took on new responsibilities while their male counterparts fought on the battlefields of France. Beneath her, soldiers are depicted in peacetime attire - a poignant reminder that these very men would have been performing this job under different circumstances. The contrast between their absence and her presence highlights the resilience and adaptability displayed by women during this tumultuous era. The scene takes place indoors within the bustling London Underground, where a medium group of people can be seen going about their daily lives amidst wartime challenges. Mature men, mature women, boys, and mid-adult women coexist harmoniously as they navigate through life's uncertainties together. Through skillful illustration techniques employed by artists at Underground Electric Railway Company (not mentioned for commercial purposes), this print serves as both a historical artifact and a testament to British culture during World War I. It stands as a timeless tribute to all those who defied gender stereotypes and contributed significantly to society's progress during times of adversity.
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