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Rat catching on the home front during WWI
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Rat catching on the home front during WWI
The Emancipation of Women - another sphere of industry. A member of a family of a resident in Camberwell who is the official rat-catcher to the London County Council and to some of the Government offices, handing a rat through the net.
1918
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"Amidst the tumultuous backdrop of the First World War, the home front in Camberwell, London, continued to press on with the daily grind of maintaining order and sustenance. In this poignant photograph from 1918, a member of a local family proudly showcases their unique contribution to the war effort: rat catching. Serving as the official rat-catcher for the London County Council and various government offices, this individual played a vital role in keeping vermin at bay and safeguarding public health. The image captures the rat-catcher in the act of extracting a captured rat from his net, flanked by his loyal terrier companion. The presence of the dog, a common tool in rat control, underscores the importance of this essential yet often overlooked occupation. The emancipation of women during WWI opened new opportunities in various industries, but the traditional roles of men, such as rat catching, remained an integral part of the urban landscape. This photograph serves as a testament to the diverse and multifaceted nature of the home front during this period, where every contribution, no matter how small, played a significant role in the larger war effort." This photograph, taken by the esteemed Illustrated London News Ltd and sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, offers a rare glimpse into the daily life of a WWI rat-catcher and their vital role in maintaining order and public health on the home front.
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