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Womens uniforms and badges, WW2
Badges and uniforms of women serving in the Second World War, including WRENS, ATS and WaF. Date: 1940
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Auxiliary Badges May17 Uniforms Waaf Wrens Wrns
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This evocative photograph captures the determination and patriotism of the women who served in the Second World War, as they don their uniforms and display their badges with pride. The image features a group of women from various branches of the women's auxiliary services, including the Women's Royal Naval Service (WRENs), the Auxiliary Territorial Service (ATS), and the Women's Auxiliary Air Force (WAAF). The Women's Royal Naval Service, also known as the Wrens, played a crucial role in the Royal Navy, serving as cooks, mechanics, radio operators, and telegraphists, among other roles. The WRENs' uniforms, seen in the photograph, consisted of a navy blue jumper, skirt, and hat, with a distinctive white collar and cuffs. The badge on their hats featured the Triton's trumpet, a symbol of Neptune, the Roman god of the sea. The Auxiliary Territorial Service, or ATS, was the women's branch of the British Army. The women in the photograph wear the ATS uniform, which consisted of a khaki blouse, skirt, and beret, with a brassard displaying their rank and service number. The ATS badge, visible on their sleeves, featured a crowned star. The Women's Auxiliary Air Force, or WAAF, was the women's branch of the Royal Air Force. The women in the photograph wear the WAAF uniform, which consisted of a dark blue tunic, skirt, and hat, with a white collar and cuffs. The WAAF badge, seen on their hats, featured a pair of wings. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the vital contributions made by women during the Second World War, as they stepped up to serve their country in roles once thought to be the exclusive domain of men. The uniforms and badges in the photograph are not only symbols of their military service but also of their courage, resilience, and dedication to the war effort.
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