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Poster Print : Women riding on cases of TNT, WW1
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Women riding on cases of TNT, WW1
Women riding on cases of TNT, packed for despatch to a shell factory, First World War.
1914-1918
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Media ID 23150722
© The John Barrett Collection / Mary Evans
Boxes Caps Case Cases Crate Crates Employment Equality Explosive Explosives Load Overalls Packed Push Pushing Truck Weapons
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Step back in time with our captivating selection from The John Barrett Collection at Media Storehouse. This vintage poster, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports you to the heart of the First World War with an image of courageous women riding atop cases of TNT, ready for dispatch to a shell factory. Add a touch of history and intrigue to your space with this evocative and iconic print. Order yours today and bring a piece of the past into your home or office.
A2 Poster (59.4 x 42cm, 23.4" x 16.5" inches) printed on 170gsm Satin Poster Paper. Securely packaged, rolled and inserted into a strong mailing tube and shipped tracked. Poster Prints are of comparable archival quality to our Photographic prints, they are simply printed on thinner Poster Paper. Whilst we only use Photographic Prints in our frames, you can frame Poster Prints if they are carefully supported to prevent sagging over time.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 54.9cm x 42cm (21.6" x 16.5")
Estimated Product Size is 59.4cm x 42cm (23.4" x 16.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures a moment in history during the First World War, as women boldly ride atop cases of TNT, ready for dispatch to a shell factory. Dressed in protective overalls and caps, they exude confidence and determination as they push their cargo towards a waiting truck. The year was 1914-1918, a time when the world was embroiled in the Great War, and the demand for munitions was insatiable. Women, who had traditionally been relegated to the sidelines of the workforce, were now stepping up to the plate in a big way. The image of women riding on cases of explosives is a testament to their newfound role in the war effort. The wooden crates, filled with TNT, are a stark reminder of the deadly nature of the work, yet the women's smiles suggest a sense of pride and camaraderie. The scene is a powerful symbol of the shift towards gender equality in employment during wartime. Women were no longer confined to domestic roles, but were instead contributing to the production of weapons that would help win the war. The photograph captures a moment of progress, as women proved that they were capable of handling heavy loads and performing tasks that were once considered the exclusive domain of men. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by women during the First World War, and the important role they played in the war effort. It is a testament to their resilience, their courage, and their determination to contribute to the war effort in any way they could.
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