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During the 1914-1918 war Horace W Nicholls made a notable series to show different
During the 1914-1918 war Horace W Nicholls made a notable series to show different forms of war work done by women.
This photo, taken by H W Nicholls c.1916 is of a woman worker carrying a sack of coke. South Metropole Gas Works, Old Kent Road, London
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Media ID 11276020
© 2002 Topham Picturepoint
Delivery Sack Ww1 Wwi World War One Coke
Greetings Card (A5)
Step back in time with our exclusive range of vintage greeting cards from Media Storehouse. Featuring a captivating image from TopFoto, this card showcases a poignant moment during the 1914-1918 war. Noted photographer Horace W. Nicholls captured this image of women making a significant contribution to the war effort through various forms of war work. Send this card to express your appreciation for the resilience and determination of women throughout history. Add a personal message to make it a thoughtful and heartfelt gesture.
Create your own greetings card. Size when folded is A5 (14.5x21cm or 5.7x8.3 inches)
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 14.5cm x 21cm (5.7" x 8.3")
Estimated Product Size is 29cm x 21cm (11.4" x 8.3")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photo print, taken by Horace W Nicholls around 1916, offers a glimpse into the significant role women played during World War I. As part of his notable series showcasing various forms of war work done by women, this particular image captures a woman worker carrying a sack of coke at the South Metropole Gas Works in Old Kent Road, London. In an era when traditional gender roles were being challenged due to the demands of war, this photograph serves as a powerful testament to the resilience and determination displayed by women on the home front. With her sleeves rolled up and her determined expression, this unnamed woman embodies strength and dedication as she fulfills her duties in support of the war effort. The significance of this image lies not only in its portrayal of female empowerment but also in its representation of wartime industry. The sack she carries symbolizes the vital resources needed for fueling factories and powering machinery during these tumultuous times. Horace W Nicholls' photographic series provides us with valuable insight into how women contributed to their nations' survival during World War I. Their efforts extended far beyond traditional domestic roles as they took on physically demanding tasks previously reserved for men. As we reflect upon this print today, let us remember and honor all those who made sacrifices during times of conflict – both on the battlefield and behind-the-scenes – ensuring that future generations could live in peace.
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