Dolly Goes Back to the Land, land girl, WW1
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Dolly Goes Back to the Land, land girl, WW1
An attractive young woman posed with a spade on a farm, part of the female agricultural workforce during the First World War - though her outfit does not suggest shes a member of the Womens Land Army. Date: 1917
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Agricultural Agriculture Attractive Dolly Effort Role Roles Spade Worker Workforce
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Dolly Goes Back to the Land: A Young Woman's Contribution to the Agricultural Effort during World War I Amidst the chaos and turmoil of the First World War, the British home front was a scene of resilience and determination. With men away at the front, the agricultural sector faced a significant labor shortage, leading to an unprecedented mobilization of women into the workforce. This photograph, titled "Dolly Goes Back to the Land," depicts an attractive young woman, dressed in a simple blouse and skirt, holding a spade with a determined expression on her face. Despite her fashionable attire, she is not a member of the Women's Land Army, which was officially established in 1917 to help address the labor shortage in agriculture. Instead, she represents the countless women who answered the call to support the war effort by working on the land. Women took on various roles in agriculture, from plowing fields and harvesting crops to caring for livestock and running farms. The photograph, taken in 1917, is a testament to the vital role women played in ensuring the country's food supply during a time of war. Their contributions not only helped sustain the British population but also challenged traditional gender roles and paved the way for greater opportunities for women in the workforce. This image offers a poignant reminder of the sacrifices and resilience of the women who went back to the land during World War I.
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