Lord Beaverbrook the Minister for Aircraft Production appealed for objects wholly or partly made of aluminium for the manufacture of aeroplanes. Photograph of a woman from the from the Women's Voluntary Service outside their town hall

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Lord Beaverbrook the Minister for Aircraft Production appealed for objects wholly or partly made of aluminium for the manufacture of aeroplanes. Photograph of a woman from the from the Women's Voluntary Service outside their town hall

Lord Beaverbrook the Minister for Aircraft Production appealed for objects wholly or partly made of aluminium for the manufacture of aeroplanes. Photograph of a woman from the from the Women's Voluntary Service outside their town hall, surrounded by kitchen utensils including a German steel helmet from World War One. Date: July 1940

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Aitken Aluminium Appeal Appeals Baron Beaverbrook Campaign Collected Collecting Defence Effort Give Kitchen Manufacture Minister Pans Saucepan Saucepans Shortage Shortages Utensils Voluntary Appealed Bauxite

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In this powerful photograph from July 1940, we see a woman from the Women's Voluntary Service standing proudly outside their town hall, surrounded by a collection of kitchen utensils. Lord Beaverbrook, the Minister for Aircraft Production during World War II, had made an urgent appeal for objects made of aluminium to aid in the manufacture of aeroplanes for the war effort. Amongst the pots and pans donated by members of the community is a German steel helmet from World War One, serving as a stark reminder of past conflicts and the importance of coming together in times of need. The image captures not only the spirit of generosity and unity that defined wartime Britain but also highlights the resourcefulness and determination displayed by individuals on the home front. As shortages became more prevalent due to increased demand for materials such as bauxite, campaigns like these were crucial in mobilizing civilian support for military production. This photograph serves as a poignant symbol of ordinary citizens making extraordinary contributions towards victory in a time when every little bit counted.

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