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Women painting kerbside for blackouts, September 1939
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Women painting kerbside for blackouts, September 1939
Women of the Voluntary Ambulance Service painting the kerbside between their headquarters and the first-aid post to allow them to find their way in a blackout. Date: 1939
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This evocative photograph captures a group of determined women from the Voluntary Ambulance Service painting the kerbside between their headquarters and the first-aid post during the blackout of September 1939. With the outbreak of World War II (WWII, or Second World War) in Europe, the importance of precautionary measures against air raids became a top priority. In the darkened streets of the city, these women, dressed in their uniforms, work together to ensure that they can safely navigate their way to the first-aid post in case of an emergency. The precision with which they paint the kerb, using brushes and pails, speaks to their dedication and resourcefulness in the face of adversity. The image is a poignant reminder of the vital role women played during wartime, often taking on traditionally male roles and proving their worth as valuable contributors to the war effort. This photograph, taken in September 1939, is a testament to the resilience and ingenuity of the women of the Voluntary Ambulance Service during the early days of WWII.
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