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Members of the First World War Womens Land Army and local dignitaries, Tregavethan Farm, Truro, Cornwall. Friday 11th May 1917
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Members of the First World War Womens Land Army and local dignitaries, Tregavethan Farm, Truro, Cornwall. Friday 11th May 1917
Nine members of the Womens Land Army standing on the lawn listening to Viscountess Falmouth during an official visit at Tregavethan Farm, a Womens Land Army training centre. Also included are Lady Ingeborg Molesworth-St Aubyn, Miss Henderson, Mr W. Hawk, and Mr F.H. Hoskin (or Mr E.H. Hosken). Mr Hawk was chairman of the Cornwall Agricultural Committee. Mr and Mrs Alfred Martin, owners of Tregavethan, are also in the picture together with Tregavethans matron Mrs Young. The photograph was published in the West Briton on 17th May 1917 with the caption " Womens Farm Work - Tregavethan, near Truro, the farm occupied by Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Martin, has been made one of the training centres for women workers under the National Service Scheme, and there is no doubt that under the instruction of Mr. and Mrs. Martin the nine girls at Tregavethan are becoming keenly interested in their work. They are nine bright, healthy looking girls - a medical test has to be passed before they undertaken their work - and life in the open air is certainly proving beneficial to them. Their dress is very serviceable; a light khaki coloured coat falls loosely over breeches made of hard wearing material, and their high top boots with hobnails are eminently suitable." Photographer: Arthur William Jordan
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TRURI : 1972.2.78
Media ID 13495539
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Members of the First World War Women's Land Army and local dignitaries gather at Tregavethan Farm, Truro, Cornwall on Friday 11th May 1917. In this print captured by Arthur William Jordan, nine members of the Women's Land Army stand proudly on the lush green lawn, engrossed in conversation as they listen attentively to Viscountess Falmouth during her official visit. This historic image showcases a significant moment at Tregavethan Farm, which served as a training center for these dedicated women workers under the National Service Scheme. The photograph also features Lady Ingeborg Molesworth-St Aubyn and Miss Henderson alongside Mr. W. Hawk and Mr. F. H. Hoskin (or Mr E. H. Hosken), with Mr. Hawk serving as chairman of the Cornwall Agricultural Committee. Notably present are Mr. and Mrs Alfred Martin, owners of Tregavethan Farm themselves, who have played an instrumental role in instructing and inspiring these young women in their vital work. The West Briton newspaper published this remarkable snapshot on 17th May 1917 under the caption 'Women's Farm Work - Tregavethan. ' It highlights how these nine bright and healthy-looking girls undergo rigorous medical tests before undertaking their important duties within the land army. Dressed practically in light khaki-colored coats over hard-wearing breeches, complemented by high top boots with hobnails perfectly suited for outdoor labor; it is evident that life amidst nature has proven immensely beneficial to them. This poignant photograph serves as a testament to the resilience and dedication displayed by these pioneering women during one of history's most challenging times.
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