WW2 - With the W. A. A. F. - Barrage Balloon Fabric Workers
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WW2 - With the W. A. A. F. - Barrage Balloon Fabric Workers
WW2 - With the W.A.A.F. - Barrage Balloon Fabric Workers Date: circa 1942
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© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Assembling Assembly Auxiliary Balloon Barrage Fabric Folding Lifting Oct15 Waaf
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the determination and patriotism of the Women's Auxiliary Air Force (W.A.A.F.) barrage balloon fabric workers during World War II. Dated circa 1942, the image shows a group of women intently focused on their tasks, folding, assembling, and lifting sections of barrage balloon fabric. The women, dressed in their distinctive W.A.A.F. uniforms, work together in a coordinated effort to support the war effort from the home front. Barrage balloons were an essential component of air defense during World War II, and their fabrication was a labor-intensive process. The W.A.A.F. played a crucial role in this effort, providing the manpower necessary to produce the large quantities of fabric required. The women in this photograph can be seen carefully handling the material, ensuring that each piece is folded and assembled correctly. The scene is one of industry and purpose, with the women working in unison to meet the demands of the war. The photograph captures the sense of camaraderie and shared commitment that defined the W.A.A.F. during this period. Despite the challenges and hardships of wartime, these women remained dedicated to their roles, contributing invaluably to the war effort and paving the way for future generations of women in uniform.
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