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Fine Art Print : Workers riveting a locomotive boiler in V Boiler Shop c. 1942
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Workers riveting a locomotive boiler in V Boiler Shop c. 1942
In this image taken at Swindon Works sometime during the latter half of the war, three women are shown working on the riveting of a locomotive boiler in V Boiler Shop. This kind of heavy work was previously undertaken exclusively by men but necessity during the Second World War meant that women became essential to the continued operation of the railways and the construction of new locomotives and rolling stock
STEAM - Museum of the Great Western Railway
Media ID 19938923
© STEAM Museum of the GWR
Boiler Female Swindon Works Women World War 2 War Work
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into the past with our exquisite Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse, featuring a captivating image of Swindon Works V Boiler Shop during World War II. Witness the determination and skill of three women as they rivet a locomotive boiler, adding to the legacy of steam engineering. This evocative photograph from STEAM Museum of the GWR transports you back in time, making it an essential addition to any home or office space. Embrace the history and beauty of the industrial revolution with this stunning Fine Art Print.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 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 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
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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EDITORS COMMENTS
In this print from the STEAM Museum of the GWR, we are transported back to the year 1942 at Swindon Works during the tumultuous latter half of World War II. The image showcases a remarkable shift in societal norms as three determined women can be seen diligently riveting a locomotive boiler in V Boiler Shop. Traditionally, such arduous and heavy work was exclusively reserved for men. However, with the pressing demands of war, these resilient women became indispensable to the functioning of railways and construction of new locomotives and rolling stock. Their unwavering dedication and skill proved that gender should never limit one's capabilities. The atmosphere within V Boiler Shop must have been charged with determination and camaraderie as these trailblazing women shattered stereotypes while contributing significantly to their nation's war effort. With sparks flying around them, they symbolize resilience amidst adversity - a testament to how necessity can break down barriers. This powerful visual encapsulates an era when ordinary individuals stepped up heroically in extraordinary circumstances. It serves as a poignant reminder that even during times of immense struggle, unity prevails over division. As we gaze upon this historic photograph, let us honor these unsung heroes who played an integral role in shaping our world today through their selflessness and unyielding spirit.
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