Mending household items 1943
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Mending household items 1943
Make Do and Mend. During World War Two women became very resourceful, they tackled repairs and maintenance of many clothing and household items, that today we would just throw away and replace.
1943
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1943 Belongings Broken Damage Damaged Encouraged Fixing Gluing Goods Handy House Hold House Wife Item Items Maintenance Mend Mending Repair Repaired Repairing Repairs Replacement Resourceful Resourcefulness Ww 2 Ww Ii Furniture War Time
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative image from 1943 captures the spirit of resourcefulness and resilience that defined life in Britain during World War Two. Amidst the rationing and scarcity of goods, women were encouraged to mend and repair damaged household items rather than replace them. In this photograph, a woman sits at her kitchen table, meticulously mending a broken chair using glue and a clamp. The worn-out house, with its peeling wallpaper and chipped furniture, serves as a poignant reminder of the hardships faced by families during this period. The damaged items, which today might be discarded and replaced, are instead being given new life through the woman's skilled hands. The image encapsulates the Make Do and Mend ethos that became a defining characteristic of war-time Britain. With a determined expression on her face, the woman embodies the spirit of ingenuity and creativity that helped families get by during these challenging times. This photograph is a testament to the strength and resourcefulness of the women who kept the home fires burning during World War Two.
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