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Poster Print : War time work in Q Shop at Swindon Works, 1942
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War time work in Q Shop at Swindon Works, 1942
This image was taken in March 1942 and shows four women operating a large pressing machine in Q Shop. The women are making 4.5inch copper bands for ammunition shells, which can be seen fully manufactured in the following image. The women are all wearing overalls with their hair tied back, but there is a distinct lack of safety equipment, such as goggles or gloves. Also, note the windows that have been blacked out as part of Swindon Works air raid precautions
STEAM - Museum of the Great Western Railway
Media ID 19929719
Swindon Works Women World War 2 Ammunition Bombs Shells
18x24 inch Poster Print
Step back in time with our captivating selection from the Media Storehouse Poster Prints range. This evocative image, sourced from the STEAM Museum of the GWR, transports you to Swindon Works in 1942. Witness the dedication and industry of four women as they operate a large pressing machine in Q Shop, producing essential 4.5inch copper bands for ammunition shells during wartime. A powerful reminder of the vital role the railway industry played in supporting the war effort, this striking print is a must-have for history enthusiasts and collectors alike. Add this inspiring piece to your wall and bring a piece of the past into your home or office.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 46.3cm x 61.6cm (18.2" x 24.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This print from the STEAM Museum of the GWR takes us back to March 1942, amidst the chaos of World War II. In this snapshot, we witness four determined women working tirelessly in the Q Shop at Swindon Works. Their mission? To produce vital ammunition shells for the war effort. The image showcases these remarkable women operating a large pressing machine with great precision and skill. Dressed in practical overalls and their hair neatly tied back, they embody strength and resilience. However, it is impossible not to notice the absence of safety equipment such as goggles or gloves – a stark reminder of how different workplace standards were during wartime. As we delve deeper into this historical moment frozen in time, we learn that these industrious ladies are crafting 4.5-inch copper bands for ammunition shells - an essential component for devastating bombs used on enemy lines. The following image reveals fully manufactured shells ready to be deployed onto battlefields. Notably, one cannot overlook the windows behind them which have been blacked out as part of Swindon Works' air raid precautions. This serves as a poignant reminder that even within their daily tasks, these brave women had to remain vigilant against potential attacks from above. This evocative photograph encapsulates both the immense contribution made by women during times of war and also highlights some of the challenges they faced while doing so. It stands as a testament to their unwavering dedication and courage throughout history's darkest moments
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