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Women workers WW1 - procession of homage at Palace
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Women workers WW1 - procession of homage at Palace
Nearly three thousand women workers representing practically every organised branch of womens labour during the First World War and wearing the uniforms of their corps and trades, assembled in the quadrangle at Buckingham Palace after taking part in a Procession of Homage in honour of the silver wedding anniversary of King George V and Queen Mary in July 1918. Date: 1918
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Anniversary Assembled Assembly Buckingham Corps Homage Honour Labour Procession Quadrangle Role Roles Services Uniformed Uniforms Workforce
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This evocative photograph captures a significant moment in the history of women's role in the workforce during the First World War. Taken in July 1918, nearly three thousand women workers, representing a diverse range of organised branches of women's labour, assembled in the quadrangle of Buckingham Palace. The women, dressed in the uniforms of their respective corps and trades, had taken part in a Procession of Homage in honour of the silver wedding anniversary of King George V and Queen Mary. The First World War marked a turning point for women in the workforce, as the need for labour led to an unprecedented expansion of opportunities for women in industries previously closed to them. Women took on roles in munitions factories, hospitals, offices, and farms, making significant contributions to the war effort. This photograph is a testament to their dedication and service. The women's uniforms, with their distinctive insignia and badges, add a sense of pride and unity to the scene. The quadrangle of Buckingham Palace, with its grand architecture and historic significance, provides an impressive backdrop to this assembly of women workers. The women's presence at the palace was a powerful symbol of their recognition and appreciation for their vital contributions to the war effort and to society as a whole. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the important role women played during the First World War and the significant impact they had on the workforce and society. It is a historical record of a moment in time that continues to inspire and inform our understanding of women's history and the evolution of women's roles in the workforce and beyond.
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