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A gang of length women at work oiling and scraping at Westbourne Park Railway Station
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A gang of length women at work oiling and scraping at Westbourne Park Railway Station
A gang of length women at work oiling and scraping at Westbourne Park Railway Station, GWR. The man in the background warns approaching trains that workers are on the line.
Their job is to maintain the working order of the lines including tasks such as plate laying, point-oiling, weeding and lighter maintenance duties.
16th March 1944
Sally Longdon
Daily Mirror
Mirrorpix
London
Greater London
England
Media ID 21886200
© Mirrorpix
1944 Great Western Railway Profession Rail Railway Workers
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In this photo print, we are transported back to the 1940s at Westbourne Park Railway Station. A gang of determined length women can be seen diligently oiling and scraping the railway tracks, their dedication evident in every stroke. The Great Western Railway (GWR) logo proudly displayed on their uniforms signifies their affiliation with one of Britain's most renowned rail companies. Amidst the flurry of activity, a man stands in the background, his role crucial as he warns approaching trains about the presence of these hardworking women on the line. This image serves as a powerful reminder of how gender roles were challenged during World War II when men went off to fight and women stepped up to fill vital positions previously held exclusively by males. These remarkable women were responsible for maintaining the working order of the railway lines, undertaking tasks such as plate laying, point-oiling, weeding, and other lighter maintenance duties. Their unwavering commitment ensured that transportation remained efficient even amidst wartime challenges. Sally Longdon's expertly captured snapshot freezes this moment in time forever – an emblematic representation not only of dedicated workers but also a testament to resilience during one of history's darkest periods. As we admire this photograph today, let us remember these unsung heroes who played an integral part in keeping our world moving forward during World War II.
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