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WW1 - Women of the Womens Army Auxiliary Corps
WW1 - Women of the Womens Army Auxiliary Corps (WaC) - founded in 1917 - re-formed as the Queen Mary Army Auxiliary Corps (QMaC) (see armband of woman front right) in April 1918, providing a date for this card of the transition period. Date: 1918
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This evocative photograph captures a group of brave and determined women of the Women's Army Auxiliary Corps (WaC) during the transition period of 1918, when the WaC was re-formed as the Queen Mary Army Auxiliary Corps (QMaC). The WaC was established in 1917 in response to the manpower shortages during World War I, allowing women to serve their country in various non-combat roles. These women, dressed in their distinctive uniforms, were instrumental in supporting the war effort on the home front, working in areas such as clerical work, cooking, and driving ambulances. The arrival of the QMaC in April 1918 brought new opportunities for women to serve even closer to the front lines, providing vital support services to the British Army. The QMaC women, as seen in this photograph, were often tasked with driving trucks, delivering supplies, and even acting as dispatch riders. The woman in the front right of the photograph wears the armband of the QMaC, indicating her affiliation with this new branch of the Women's Army. This photograph offers a poignant reminder of the crucial role women played during World War I, defying societal norms and expectations to contribute to the war effort in ways previously unimagined. The women in this photograph, with their determined expressions and unwavering commitment, embody the spirit of resilience and courage that characterized the women who served during this time.
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