Land Girls bringing in the harvest
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Land Girls bringing in the harvest
Women bringing in the harvest at Lord Rayleighs farm at Terling during 1916. Date: 1916
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Agriculture Harvest Harvesting Rayleigh Sheaves Terling
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This evocative photograph captures a moment in time during the harvest season of 1916 at Lord Rayleigh's farm in Terling, England. The image portrays a group of resilient women and girls, dressed in simple yet practical clothing, working together to bring in the bountiful sheaves of wheat. The landscape in the background reveals the vast expanse of the farmland, stretching out towards the horizon. During World War I, the absence of able-bodied men in the armed forces led to an unprecedented mobilization of women into agricultural labor. Known as Land Girls, these women played a crucial role in maintaining food production and ensuring the nation's food supply. Their contributions were vital to the war effort, as well as to the agricultural industry. The women in this photograph are shown in the act of harvesting, a labor-intensive process that involved cutting the wheat stalks, binding the sheaves, and transporting them to the threshing machine. The physical demands of the work are evident in their expressions and postures, yet their determination and camaraderie shine through. This historical photograph offers a poignant reminder of the important role women played during the war, and the significant impact they had on the agricultural sector. It is a testament to their resilience, resourcefulness, and commitment to the greater good.
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