The Milkwoman on Her Rounds
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The Milkwoman on Her Rounds
This photograph, specially taken for The Sphere, shows a milkwoman, wearing a smock and breeches and a leather pouch and carrying a milk pail. Women had to carry out the work of men during the First World War because so many men went to fight overseas. Date: 4th May 1918
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Breeches Carry Leather Milk Milkwoman Pail Pouch Rounds Smock Specially Sphere
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This evocative photograph, taken on the 4th of May, 1918, for The Sphere magazine, captures the image of a resilient milkwoman diligently making her rounds during the First World War. The woman, dressed in a practical smock and breeches, wears a leather pouch slung across her chest and carries a heavy milk pail on her back. With the absence of men, who had gone to fight overseas, women were compelled to take on the roles traditionally held by men in their communities. This photograph, specially taken for The Sphere, offers a poignant glimpse into the daily life of these women, who played a crucial role in maintaining the social fabric during a time of great upheaval. The image is a testament to their strength, determination, and adaptability in the face of adversity. The date of the photograph, 4th May 1918, is a reminder of the significant role women played in keeping their communities alive during the First World War.
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