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f all the man-sized jobs women have tackled during the war
-f all the man-sized jobs women have tackled during the war, none is perhaps bigger than that undertaken by Mrs Taylor of Bury, Lancashire. Forty-eight years old, widowed mother of a married son and daughter, despite her 5ft 5 inches, she daily keeps going a 5 x 8 Cornish boiler, rated at 2, 500 lbs output per hour, supplying steam for 18 workshops.
Mrs Taylor stokes up, she has already won a reputation for keeping a good bright level fire all over the Grate area, amazed everyone by the way she has taken to the job.
February 1943
Official
Reach PLC
Mirrorpix
England
Media ID 21895631
© Mirrorpix
Labour Munitions Production War Effort
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This print captures the indomitable spirit of Mrs. Taylor, a remarkable woman who fearlessly took on one of the most challenging tasks during the war. In an era when women were breaking barriers and stepping into traditionally male-dominated roles, Mrs. Taylor's dedication and strength shine through. At 48 years old, widowed and with grown children, Mrs. Taylor defied societal expectations by tending to a colossal 5 x 8 Cornish boiler in Bury, Lancashire. Standing at just 5ft 5 inches tall, she tirelessly stoked fires to supply steam for an impressive network of 18 workshops that relied on her expertise. Despite her petite stature, Mrs. Taylor astonished everyone with her ability to maintain a bright level fire across the grate area—a testament to her skill and determination. Her unwavering commitment earned her a well-deserved reputation as she played an integral role in supporting the war effort. In February of 1943, amidst the chaos and uncertainty of World War II, this photograph immortalizes Mrs. Taylor's contribution to munitions production and industrial labor on the home front. It serves as a powerful reminder of how women like her shattered stereotypes while playing vital roles in driving forward progress during times of conflict. This print from Memory Lane Prints is not only a historical artifact but also an inspiring tribute to all those courageous women who stepped up when their country needed them most.
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