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Women as electricians WWI
Women in London electric station. During World War One there seemed to be no limit to the number of civilian occupations that women showed themselves cabable of replacing men, even in those requiring highly technical knowledge. Here women running the St Marylebone Borough Electric Sub-station. Upper photograph: Operating the main switchboard and testing the current with a volt-meter. Lower photograph: Working on the meter-board for battery-charging. Date: 1917
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Battery Borough Charging Electric Electrician Homefront Jobs Marylebone Meter Role Roles Switchboard
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.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 16.7cm x 24.4cm (6.6" x 9.6")
Estimated Product Size is 38.1cm x 43.1cm (15" x 17")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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During the tumultuous period of World War One, women in Britain proved time and again that they were capable of taking on roles once thought to be the exclusive domain of men. In this photograph, taken in 1917, a group of intrepid women can be seen working at the St Marylebone Borough Electric Sub-station in London. The upper photograph shows one woman operating the main switchboard, meticulously testing the current with a volt-meter. Her concentration is unwavering as she ensures the safe and efficient distribution of electricity to the city. Another woman stands nearby, ready to assist or offer guidance. In the lower photograph, women are seen working on the meter-board for battery-charging. Their dexterity and focus are evident as they manipulate the various components with precision. These women, like countless others, had stepped up to the challenge of the war effort, demonstrating their technical prowess and determination in the face of adversity. The St Marylebone Borough Electric Sub-station was just one of many critical infrastructure sites where women made significant contributions during the conflict. Their presence on the home front was a testament to their versatility and resilience, and helped to keep the city running smoothly despite the upheaval of war. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the vital role women played in British history, challenging gender norms and proving that they were more than capable of excelling in even the most technical and demanding jobs.
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