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Woman Worker WW1
Woman Worker WW1. Young woman worker surprises elderly lady by saying she is going to work in a night shift. Well I never! Date: circa 1917
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This evocative photograph captures a heartwarming moment between two women during World War I. The young woman, dressed in work clothes and carrying a small bag, surprises an elderly lady with the news that she will be working a night shift. The elderly woman, dressed in her Sunday best, looks astonished and perhaps a little concerned, as women's roles in the workforce were still relatively new and unfamiliar to many at the time. The First World War brought about a significant shift in societal norms, particularly for women. With men leaving to fight on the front lines, women were called upon to take on roles traditionally held by men in factories, offices, and on the farms. The suffragette movement, which had been fighting for women's rights and suffrage for decades, gained new momentum as women proved their worth as valuable contributors to the war effort. This photograph, taken circa 1917, is a poignant reminder of the sacrifices and contributions made by women during the Great War. The young woman's determination to work despite the late hour and the elderly woman's surprise and perhaps even pride in her younger counterpart, demonstrate the resilience and adaptability of women during this time. The image also serves as a reminder of the progress that has been made in women's rights and gender equality in the century since this photograph was taken.
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