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War production workers at the Heil Company making gasoline trailer... Milwaukee, Wisconsin, 1943. Creator: Howard Hollem
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War production workers at the Heil Company making gasoline trailer... Milwaukee, Wisconsin, 1943. Creator: Howard Hollem
War production workers at the Heil Company making gasoline trailer tanks for the U.S. Army Air Corps, Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Elizabeth Little, age 30, the mother of two children, spraying small parts. Her husband runs a farm
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This photograph, taken by Howard Hollem in 1943, transports us back to the heart of America's wartime efforts during the Second World War. In this powerful image, we witness a group of dedicated war production workers at the Heil Company in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Their mission? To construct gasoline trailer tanks for the U. S. Army Air Corps. Among these industrious individuals is Elizabeth Little, a remarkable woman who defied societal norms by joining the workforce while raising two children. At just 30 years old, she stands tall and determined as she sprays small parts with precision and care. Her husband runs a farm but Elizabeth has chosen to contribute her skills to support her country's war effort. The composition captures not only the resilience and determination of these workers but also showcases their protective clothing - an essential part of their daily routine given the hazardous nature of their work. Clad in denim shirts and wearing masks for personal protection against potential harm from paint fumes or other dangers associated with manufacturing processes, they embody both strength and vulnerability. Hollem's lens immortalizes this moment in history when women like Elizabeth played an integral role on America's home front during wartime. This photograph serves as a testament to their dedication, highlighting how gender barriers were shattered as women stepped up to fill vital roles traditionally held by men. As we gaze upon this still image frozen in time within our heritage art collection today, let us remember those brave souls who worked tirelessly behind factory walls across our great nation - united under one purpose: victory for freedom.
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