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Fine Art Print : WW2 - With the W. A. A. F. - Armourers
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WW2 - With the W. A. A. F. - Armourers
WW2 - With the W.A.A.F. - Armourers Date: circa 1942
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Media ID 14352710
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Auxiliary Guns Oct15 Preparing Waaf Armourers Weapons
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our captivating WW2-era Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse, featuring the Women's Auxiliary Air Force (W.A.A.F.) in action. This evocative image, dated circa 1942, showcases the Armourers at work, their focused expressions and determined posture a testament to their vital role in the war effort. With its rich history and intriguing detail, this print is a must-have for history enthusiasts and art collectors alike. Rights Managed through Mary Evans Prints Online.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 53.3cm x 34cm (21" x 13.4")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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With the W.A.A.F. - Armourers: A Glimpse into the Wartime Role of Women in the Second World War This evocative photograph captures a moment in time during the Second World War, as women of the Women's Auxiliary Air Force (W.A.A.F.) perform their essential duties as armourers. Dated circa 1942, the image offers a poignant reminder of the critical contributions made by women on the home front during this global conflict. The women in this photograph are intently focused on their tasks, each one meticulously preparing, making, or building weapons – primarily guns and machine guns – that would be used by the military forces. Their uniforms, adorned with the distinctive W.A.A.F. insignia, reflect their dedication and commitment to the war effort. The Women's Auxiliary Air Force was formed in March 1939, just prior to the outbreak of the Second World War. Initially tasked with administrative and clerical roles, the W.A.A.F. soon expanded to include more specialized roles, such as armourers, mechanics, and radio operators. By the end of the war, over 180,000 women had served in the W.A.A.F., making it one of the largest women's services in the world. This photograph is a testament to the vital role women played in the war effort, often working in challenging conditions and performing tasks that were traditionally the domain of men. Their contributions were invaluable, freeing up men to serve in combat roles and ultimately helping to secure Allied victory in the Second World War.
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