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Premium Framed Print : Women engine cleaners on the Pennsylvania Railroad, taking the place of men fighting in World War II. Photograph by Alfred Palmer, c1943
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Women engine cleaners on the Pennsylvania Railroad, taking the place of men fighting in World War II. Photograph by Alfred Palmer, c1943
WORLD WAR II: HOME FRONT.
Women engine cleaners on the Pennsylvania Railroad, taking the place of men fighting in World War II. Photograph by Alfred Palmer, c1943
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Media ID 10407346
1943 Alfred Black Coverall Crew Engine Home Front Labor Palmer Pennsylvania Railroad Company Railroad Train Washing World War Ii
17"x15" (43x38cm) Premium Frame
FSC real wood frame with double mounted 10x8 print. Double mounted with white conservation mountboard. Frame moulding comprises stained composite natural wood veneers (Finger Jointed Pine) 39mm wide by 21mm thick. Archival quality Fujifilm CA photo paper mounted onto 1mm card. Overall outside dimensions are 17x15 inches (431x381mm). Rear features Framing tape to cover staples, 50mm Hanger plate, cork bumpers. Glazed with durable thick 2mm Acrylic to provide a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish. Acrylic Glass is far safer, more flexible and much lighter than typical mineral glass. Moreover, its higher translucency makes it a perfect carrier for photo prints. Acrylic allows a little more light to penetrate the surface than conventional glass and absorbs UV rays so that the image and the picture quality doesn't suffer under direct sunlight even after many years. Easily cleaned with a damp cloth. Please note that, to prevent the paper falling through the mount window and to prevent cropping of the original artwork, the visible print may be slightly smaller to allow the paper to be securely attached to the mount without any white edging showing and to match the aspect ratio of the original artwork.
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 24.4cm x 19.2cm (9.6" x 7.6")
Estimated Product Size is 43.1cm x 38.1cm (17" x 15")
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 powerful photograph captures a pivotal moment in American history during World War II. Taken by Alfred Palmer in 1943, it showcases the resilience and determination of women engine cleaners on the Pennsylvania Railroad. With men fighting overseas, these brave women stepped up to fill their roles and keep the trains running smoothly. In this image, we see a group of African American women dressed in coveralls diligently working together to clean an engine. Their faces are focused and determined as they scrub away dirt and grime from the train's exterior. The midday sun casts shadows on their hardworking figures, emphasizing their strength and dedication. The significance of this photo lies not only in its depiction of women taking on traditionally male-dominated jobs but also in its portrayal of unity during wartime. These courageous workers symbolize the countless individuals who contributed to the war effort on the home front, ensuring that essential services like transportation continued without interruption. Alfred Palmer's composition beautifully captures both the physical labor involved in maintaining a railroad system and the spirit of patriotism that permeated America at that time. This photograph serves as a testament to the invaluable contributions made by women during World War II while highlighting their often overlooked role in shaping our nation's history.
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